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Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance
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Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance

Available Hatchback RWD
31.960 € $34,517£27,166
WLTP Range
275 km171 mi
Net Battery
45 kWh
0-100 km/h
8.9s
Peak Power
110 kW
A day with this car
DC 10–80%
44 min
50 kW peak · 45 kW avg
Home wallbox
7h 30m
7.2 kW AC · 0–100% overnight
Winter highway
198 km123 mi
Cold, 120 km/h class
Charge ports
CCS
Type 2 · right rear

One-stop highway day · 252 km157 mi in 2h 32min

197 km122 mi
1h 47min
15 min
charge
55 km34 mi
30min
WLTP Range
275 km171 mi
Official Combined
Usable Battery
45 kWh
55.0 kWh Gross
Peak Power
110 kW
148 hp
0-100 km/h
8.9 s
Max: 160 km/h99 mph
DC Fast Peak
50 kW
High-Power DC

Performance & Powertrain

RWD Dedicated EV Platform
Total System Power 110 kW (148 hp)
Total System Torque 310 Nm
0-100 km/h Sprint 8.9 s
Top Speed 160 km/h99 mph
Drivetrain Configuration RWD
Platform Code VAG MEB

Battery Engineering & Chemistry

400 V NMC721
Usable Battery Capacity 45 kWh
Nominal Battery Capacity 55.0 kWh
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Cell Form Factor Pouch
Nominal Voltage 352 V
Total Cell Count 192
Pack Configuration 96s2p
Manufacturer Battery Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km99 mi

Dimensions, Cargo & Towing

Frunk: 0 L0.0 cu ft
Boot Cargo Volume 385 L13.6 cu ft
Max Cargo (Seats Down) 1267 L44.7 cu ft
Front Trunk (Frunk) 0 L0.0 cu ft
Unladen Curb Weight 1,772 kg3,907 lbs
Overall Length 4261 mm167.8 in
Width (with mirrors) 2070 mm81.5 in
Overall Height 1568 mm61.7 in
Wheelbase 2771 mm109.1 in
0
Towing Capacity (Unbraked) 0 kg0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 2240 kg4,938 lbs
Max Payload Capacity 543 kg1,197 lbs

Cabin, Chassis & Thermal Management

Seating Capacity 5 people seats
Isofix Anchor Points Yes, 3 seats
Turning Circle 10.2 m33.5 ft
Market Segment C - Medium
Roof Rails No
Heat Pump Standard Equipment

Euro NCAP Safety Assessment

★★★★★ 5 Stars (2020)
Adult Occupant Protection 87%
Child Occupant Protection 89%
Vulnerable Road Users (Pedestrians) 71%
Active Safety Assist Systems 88%

Estimated Range by Weather & Road

Efficiency: 149 Wh/km240 Wh/mi

Estimates, not measurements: the WLTP figure scaled by the same temperature and road factors for every car (for example 65% for cold motorway driving, 115% for mild city driving). Your range depends on speed, wheels, load and heating. For a planned stop, use the charging simulator.

Estimated Range Envelope
Cold Highway: 179 km111 mi | Mild Urban: 316 km196 mi
Worst-Case Winter Highway WLTP Lab: 275 km171 mi Best-Case Mild Urban
❄️ Cold Winter (-10°C)
Cabin Heat On
City Driving
Urban stop-and-go
204 km127 mi
Highway Cruising
Motorway speeds
179 km111 mi
Combined Cycle
Everyday winter commute
193 km120 mi
☀️ Mild Summer (23°C)
Optimal Temperature
City Driving
Peak regen recovery
316 km196 mi
Highway Cruising
Motorway speeds
226 km140 mi
Combined Cycle
Ideal mixed-use range
264 km164 mi
High-Power Road Trips

DC Ultra-Fast Charging (10% to 80%)

⚡ CCS2 High-Power
Peak Intake
50 kW DC
Maximum Power
10-80% Session
44 min
Typical Road Stop
Average Power
45 kW DC
Sustained Rate
Range Added
260 km/h162 mph
Added per Hour
Plug & Charge (ISO 15118) Yes
Battery Preconditioning Auto via Nav
Autocharge Protocol No
Home & Overnight

AC Destination & Wallbox Charging (0% to 100%)

Type 2 Inverter
Max AC Power
7.2 kW AC
3-Phase Wallbox
0-100% Duration
7h30m
Full Overnight Charge
Charge Speed
38 km/h24 mph
Range per Hour
Port Location
Right Side - Rear
Body Placement
Mobile Power Station

Bidirectional Charging Capabilities (V2X)

V2L (Vehicle-to-Load)
Camping & devices
-
V2H (Vehicle-to-Home)
Emergency backup
Not supported
V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid)
Grid arbitrage
Not supported

Highway Endurance Score

EVDB Index
1.0/ 5.0
Urban Focused / Frequent Charging Stops

Calculated from sustained 10-80% DC fast charging speed, cold-weather aerodynamic drag, and official WLTP range (275 km171 mi).

Vehicle Overview

  • Manufacturer Volkswagen
  • WLTP Range 275 km171 mi
  • Net Battery 45 kWh
  • DC Fast Charging 50 kW
  • Towing Capacity No Towing
  • Market Availability Available
  • Release Date 2/1/2021
  • Telemetry Verified 5/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions

Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Range & Charging FAQ

What is the real-world highway and winter range of the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance?

The official combined WLTP range for the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance is 275 km (171 miles).

In cold winter conditions (-5°C / 23°F) at highway cruising speeds (120-130 km/h), expect a realistic highway range of approximately 198 km (123 miles) due to cold battery chemistry, cabin heating, and higher aerodynamic drag.

How long does it take to charge the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance at home?

Charging the 45 kWh battery from 0% to 100% takes approximately 3.7 hours using a standard 11 kW 3-phase AC wallbox. On a single-phase 7.4 kW home charger, a full charge takes around 5.5 hours (typically overnight).

How fast is DC fast charging (10% to 80%)?

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance supports peak DC fast charging rates of up to 50 kW. Recharging from 10% to 80% State of Charge (SoC) requires approximately 52 minutes at a compatible ultra-rapid charging station.

How much does it cost to charge the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance?

At an average European residential electricity tariff of €0.24/kWh, a complete 0-100% home charge costs approximately €10.80. At high-power public DC charging networks (~€0.65/kWh), a full recharge costs approximately €29.25.

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