2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure – Full Specifications

*(Entry-Level Electric Hatchback with 430km WLTP Range)*

1. Powertrain & Performance

  • TypeSingle-Motor RWD BEV (MEB Platform)

  • Motor110 kW (150 HP) / 310 Nm (Permanent Magnet Synchronous)

  • 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.9 seconds

  • Top Speed: 160 km/h (electronically limited)

  • Transmission: Single-speed fixed gear

2. Battery & Charging

  • Battery45 kWh Lithium-ion (LG Chem NCM)

  • Range (WLTP)430 km (~261 miles)

  • Charging:

    • DC Fast Charging: 10%-80% in 35 mins (100 kW peak)

    • AC Charging: 11 kW (0-100% in ~5 hours)

    • V2L (Vehicle-to-Load): Not supported

3. Dimensions & Practicality

  • Length: 4,261 mm | Width: 1,809 mm | Height: 1,568 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2,765 mm

  • Curb Weight: 1,720 kg

  • Drag Coefficient0.26 Cd

  • Cargo Space: 385L (rear seats up) / 1,267L (folded)

4. Suspension & Brakes

  • Front: MacPherson strut

  • Rear: Multi-link

  • Brakes: Ventilated discs (front) / Solid discs (rear)

5. Interior & Tech

  • Infotainment:

    • 10-inch Touchscreen (MIB 3.0 OS)

    • 5.3-inch Digital Cluster

    • Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (wireless)

  • Audio6-speaker System

  • Comfort:

    • Fabric seats (manual adjustment)

    • Dual-zone automatic climate control

6. ADAS (L1 Level)

  • Safety Features:

    • Front Collision Warning

    • Lane Keeping Assist

    • Rearview Camera

7. Safety

  • Airbags: 6 (front/side/curtain)

  • Battery Protection: IP67

8. Price (Germany, 2021)

  • ID.3 Pure: €35,575 (~$39,000) before incentives


Key Features

✅ MEB Platform: Shared with ID.4 for proven reliability.
✅ Compact Yet Spacious: Golf-sized exterior with Passat-like rear legroom.
✅ Efficient: 14.5 kWh/100km (WLTP) energy consumption.

Competitors Comparison (2021 Models)

Model ID.3 Pure Renault ZOE R135 Nissan Leaf e+
Power 110 kW 100 kW 160 kW
Range (WLTP) 420 km 395 km 385 km
0-100 km/h 8.9s 9.5s 7.9s
Price (EUR) €35,575 €33,000 €37,500

Best For: Urban commuters wanting German engineering in a compact EV package.