Volkswagen ID.3 gains three new models adding more spunk, power, and a lower price

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Volkswagen ID.3 gains three new models adding more spunk, power, and a lower price


Volkswagen added three new ID.3 trims, including a more sporty, a more powerful, and a lower-priced model. The small all-electric car has been updated with more tech, software, and spunk.

The ID.3 was introduced to the world in 2019 as Volkswagen’s first fully electric vehicle based on the MEB platform.

Last year, 140,800 ID.3 models were sold, making it the VW Group’s second best-selling EV with combined ID.4/ ID.5 sales reaching 223,100. Through the first three months of 2024, over 26,000 ID.3’s have been delivered.

With newer, more advanced EVs hitting the market, Volkswagen launched the new ID.3 earlier this month.

The “major” upgrades include new software and infotainment (with ChatGPT). VW’s new system features a larger touchscreen with an improved design.

With a stronger and more efficient motor, the new ID.3 (Pro S) delivers 228 hp (170 kW) as standard with up to 347 miles (550 km) WLTP range. The upgraded model also features faster charging speeds with up to 175 kW DC charging capacity and added battery pre-conditioning.

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Volkswagen ID.3 GTX (Source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen ID.3 model line gains three new trims

Volkswagen launched three new ID.3 variants with the electric hatch offering more power, a sleek, sporty design, and a lower-priced option.

Following the launch of the ID.3 GTX in March and the ID.3 Pro S earlier this month, Volkswagen launched pre-sales of the new entry-level ID.3 Pure model this week. While the ID.3 GTX is VW’s new sporty flagship, the Pro S version is the most powerful variant yet.

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The new Volkswagen ID.3 (Source: Volkswagen)

The new entry-level ID.3 Pure rounds off the lineup as its most affordable model. With a 125 kW (168 hp) motor and 52 kWh lithium-ion battery, the new Pure variant offers up to 241 mi (388 km) WLTP range.

Volkswagen ID.3 variant Battery capacity Price
(including VAT)
Range
(WLTP combined)
Pure 52 kWh $40,000 (€36,900) 241 mi (388 km)
Per 59 kWh $43,400 (€39,995) 270 mi (434 km)
Pro S 77 kWh $51,550 (€47,595) 346 mi (557 km)
GTX 79 kWh $55,000 (€50,795) 375 mi (604 km)
Volkswagen ID.3 price and range by trim

All new ID.3 trims are equipped with Volkswagen’s next-gen software and infotainment system.

Other optional features include an enhanced augmented reality head-up display, a redesigned Wellness app, and a premium Harman Kardon sound system are available.

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Volkswagen ID.3 GTX interior (Source: Volkswagen)

The new ID.3 Pure is the new base model, starting at around $40,000 (€36,900) in Germany (including VAT). Meanwhile, the Pro S starts at roughly $51,550 (€47,595), while the sporty GTX will cost at least $55,000 (€50,795), including VAT.

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