The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure, launched in May 2024, extends VW’s electric mobility strategy with a focus on affordability and practicality in a compact hatchback form. With a 52.0 kWh usable battery and a real-world range of 325 km, this rear-wheel-drive model delivers solid efficiency at 160 Wh/km, making it suitable for city commuting and moderate intercity drives. Drivers benefit from rapid charging capabilities of up to 145 kW DC, enabling a 10–80% top-up in just 26 minutes, while optional 11 kW AC charging enhances home and workplace convenience.
The ID.3 Pure balances performance with daily usability, offering 125 kW (170 PS) and a top speed of 160 km/h, with acceleration from 0–100 km/h in 8.2 seconds. While its long-distance suitability is modest (2/5), its strengths lie in real-world range flexibility and Plug & Charge support. With WLTP range rated at 388 km, it also benefits from VW’s MEB platform and optional heat pump for thermal efficiency. Starting at £30,850, it’s a smart choice for eco-conscious urban drivers.
Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Availability | Since May 2024 (DE), June 2024 (NL), Nov 2024 (UK) |
| Battery Capacity | 52.0 kWh usable / 55.0 kWh nominal |
| Real-World Range | 325 km |
| WLTP Range | 388 km |
| Efficiency | 160 Wh/km (real-world) |
| Charging (AC) | 7.2 kW standard, 11 kW optional (Type 2, right rear) |
| AC Charging Time | 8h30m (7.2 kW), 5h45m (11 kW option) |
| Fast Charging (DC) | 145 kW max; 10–80% in 26 min |
| Plug & Charge | Yes (ISO 15118) |
| Autocharge | No |
| Performance | 0–100 km/h in 8.2 sec, top speed 160 km/h |
| Power & Torque | 125 kW (170 PS), 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive |
| Long-Distance Rating | 2/5 (1-stop range: 376 km avg.) |
| Consumption Range | 107–221 Wh/km |
| Platform / Segment | VW MEB / C – Medium Hatchback |
| Bidirectional Charging | Not supported |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4264 × 1809 × 1564 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm |
| Unladen Weight | 1787 kg |
| Cargo Capacity | Rear: 385 L, Max: 1267 L, Frunk: 0 L |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg (braked and unbraked) |
| Seats / ISOFIX | 5 / Data not disclosed |
| Heat Pump | Optional |
| Turning Circle | 10.3 m |
| Roof Load / Rails | 0 kg / No |
