Comparison between:
- 2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE
- 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance
- 2026 Volkswagen ID. Polo 99 kW
- 2027 Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI 166 kW
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE | 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | 2026 Volkswagen ID. Polo 99 kW | 2027 Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI 166 kW | |
| Series | - | ID. | - | - |
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| Trim | SE | Pure Performance | 99 kW | 166 kW |
| Model year | 2019 (MY19) | 2021 (MY21) | 2026 (MY26) | 2027 (MY27) |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe | Europe | Europe |
| Price | USD 31,895 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 33,840 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 41,005 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 35,900 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 42,090 (FR, Jul 2019) EUR 39,460 (ES, Jul 2019) EUR 40,750 (IT, Jul 2019) | EUR 31,495 (DE, Feb 2021) | - | EUR 39,000 (DE, May 2026) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel | Steel Aluminium | Steel | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Atlantic Blue Metallic Deep Black Pearl Great Falls Green Metallic Indium Grey Metallic Pure White Urano Grey White Silver Metallic Oryx White Pearl | Glacier White Silver Metallic Manganese Grey Metallic Penny Copper Metallic Makena Turquoise Metallic Stonewashed Blue Metallic Scale Silver Metallic Moonstone Grey | Python Yellow Candy White Tornado Red Grenadil Black Magnetic Tech Dolomit Silver Celestial Blue | Tornado Red Candy White Oyster Silver Celestial Blue Magnetic Grey Grenadilla Black |
| Interior colors | Titan Black Shetland Beige | Platinum Grey-Dusty Grey Platinum Grey-Soul Black | Black Grey | Black with Red |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 168.1 in 4270 mm | 167.8 in 4261 mm | 159.6 in 4053 mm | 161.3 in 4096 mm |
| Width | 70.8 in 1798 mm | 71.2 in 1809 mm | 71.5 in 1816 mm | 71.5 in 1816 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 79.8 in 2027 mm | - | - | - |
| Height | 58.3 in 1482 mm | 61.7 in 1568 mm | 60.2 in 1530 mm | 59.6 in 1513 mm |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in 2629 mm | 109.1 in 2770 mm | 102.4 in 2600 mm | 102.3 in 2599 mm |
| Front track | 60.4 in 1533 mm | 60.9 in 1548 mm | - | - |
| Rear track | 59.2 in 1503 mm | 60.0 in 1525 mm | - | - |
| Front overhang | - | - | 29.5 in 750 mm | 30.7 in 780 mm |
| Rear overhang | - | - | 27.7 in 703 mm | 28.2 in 717 mm |
| Clearance | 5.6 in 143 mm | - | - | - |
| Front headroom | 40.1 in 1018 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.1 in 967 mm | - | 37.5 in 952 mm | 37.4 in 951 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in 1420 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.9 in 1369 mm | - | - | - |
| Front hip room | 57.8 in 1469 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear hip room | 56.7 in 1440 mm | - | - | - |
| Front legroom | 41.2 in 1046 mm | - | 22.8 in 579 mm | 22.2 in 564 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.6 in 904 mm | - | 24.5 in 622 mm | 24.3 in 616 mm |
| Trunk volume | 341.0 l 12.04 ft3 0.34 m3 | 385.0 l 13.60 ft3 0.39 m3 | 441.0 l 15.57 ft3 0.44 m3 | 441.0 l 15.57 ft3 0.44 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1231.0 l 43.47 ft3 1.23 m3 | 1267.0 l 44.74 ft3 1.27 m3 | 1249.0 l 44.11 ft3 1.25 m3 | 1240.0 l 43.79 ft3 1.24 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3560.47 lb 1615 kg | 3906.59 lb 1772 kg | - | 3395.12 lb 1540 kg |
| Front axle load limit | - | 2314.85 lb 1050 kg | - | - |
| Rear axle load limit | - | 2733.73 lb 1240 kg | - | - |
| Payload | 892.87 lb 405 kg | 1031.76 lb 468 kg | - | - |
| GVWR | 4453.34 lb 2020 kg | 4938.35 lb 2240 kg | - | - |
| Towing capacity braked | - | - | - | 2645.55 lb 1200 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.27 Cd | 0.267 Cd | 0.264 Cd | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen | Volkswagen | Volkswagen Group Components | Volkswagen Group Components |
| Model | EEM 100 | APP 310 | APP290 | APP290 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Brushless DC Motor (BLDC) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear | Front | Front |
| Power | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps | 99 kW 132.8 hp 134.6 ps | 166 kW 222.6 hp 225.7 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 3300 - 12000 rpm | - | - | 0 - 15000 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 3300 rpm | - | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Normal | Eco Comfort Sport | - | Eco Comfort Sport Individual GTI |
| Additional information | Three levels of regenerative braking Eco mode power - 70 kW Eco mode torque - 233 Nm Eco+ mode power - 40 kW Eco+ mode torque - 211 Nm | - | Silicon Carbide (SiC) inverter | Silicon Carbide (SiC) inverter |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 110 kW 147.5 hp 149.6 ps | - | - |
| Total system torque | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | - | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 108.7 mph 175.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 9.60 s | 8.90 s | 9.80 s | 6.80 s |
| Additional information | Eco mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 13 s Eco mode top speed - 115 km/h Eco+ mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 19 s Eco+ mode top speed - 90 km/h | - | - | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA, CMB: 125.0 mi / 201.2 km | WLTP, CMB: 218.1 mi / 351.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 204.4 mi / 329.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 263.5 mi / 424.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 13.2 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 126 MPGe EPA, CMB: 28 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 119 MPGe EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 13.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 14.9 kWh/100 km | - | WLTP, CMB: 14.4 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A+ | - | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m 35.76 ft | 10.2 m 33.46 ft | - | - |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.76 | - | - | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 3.61 | - | - | - |
| Additional information | Gearbox model - EQ 270 | - | - | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) DCC Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Shock absorbers | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) DCC Shock absorbers |
| Additional information | - | - | - | Sporty spring damper tuning |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs | - | - |
| Front disc brake diameter | 11.3 in 287 mm | - | - | - |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Drums | - | - |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 10.7 in 272 mm | - | - | - |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.4 in 10 mm | - | - | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 6.5Jx16 ET46 | 7.5Jx18 | 8Jx19 | 8Jx19 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 205/55R16 91H | 215/55R18 T | - | - |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 45 kWh | 37 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 48 kWh | 39 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 35.8 kWh | - | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | LG Chem | - | - |
| Model | - | LGX E78 | - | - |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM712 | LFP | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 264 | 192 | - | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.2 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | - | 4.2 V | 3.6 V - 3.65 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | - | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2 V - 2.5 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 27 | 8 | - | - |
| Battery voltage | 323 V | 408 V | - | - |
| Energy density | - | 265 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | 701.07 lb 318 kg | 454.15 lb 206 kg | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Passive cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation | - | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 1.2 kW DC 50 kW AC 2.3 kW AC 3.6 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 40 kW | AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 11 kW DC 90 kW | AC 11 kW DC 105 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 50 kW, 0:34 DC 40 kW, 0:43 AC 7.2 kW, 4:55 AC 3.6 kW, 9:50 AC 2.3 kW, 15:24 AC 1.2 kW, 29:30 | DC 100 kW, 0:32 DC 50 kW, 0:43-0:54 AC 7.2 kW, 6:15 | DC 90 kW, 0:23 | DC 105 kW, 0:24 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Adjustable cargo floor (S) e-Golf front grille with blue accent (S) Integrated rear spoiler (S) 3-point safety belts for all seating positions with pretensioners for driver and front passenger (S) Adpative Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop and Go (O) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Anti-Slip Regulation (S) Automatic Post-Collision Braking System (S) Blind Spot Monitor (O) Child safety locks on rear doors (S) City Emergency Braking (S) Cruise Control (S) Driver alertness detection (S) Driver and front passenger seat belt reminder (S) Driver and passenger front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint system (S) Driver-only knee airbag (S) Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (S) Electronic Differential Lock (S) Electronic speed control (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Engine Braking Assist (S) Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring (Front Assist (O) Front airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Front and rear seats belt load limiters (S) Hydraulic Brake Assist (S) Immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, central locking (S) Intelligent Crash Response System (S) Isofix on rear seats (S) LATCH (S) Rear Traffic Alert (O) Rearview camera (S) Side chest airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Side chest airbags for rear seats (S) Side curtain airbags for front seats (S) Side curtain airbags for rear seats (S) Side head airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Speed assist (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) XDS (Cross Differential System) (S) 2 x 12V power outlets: 1 in front center console, 1 in cargo area (S) 8-inch Composition Media touchscreen sound system with proximity sensor (S) Bluetooth with audio streaming for compatible devices (S) Color multi-function trip computer (S) Keyless entry with push-button start (S) MIB II infotainment system (S) MP3/WMA/FLAC-compatible CD player, AM/FM/HD Radio, SD memory card reader, and voice control (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription (S) 8 x speakers (S) USB port (S) VW Car-Net connected services (S) Climatronic automatic dual-zon A/C (S) Parking heater/ventilation (S) 6-way partial power-adjustable front seats (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats (S) Front comfort seats (S) Heated front seats (S) Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel (S) Electrically heated windshield (S) Heated front washer nozzles (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down front and rear (S) Rain-sensing windshield wipers (S) Rear window wiper and washer system (S) Power-folding and adjustable side mirrors with turning signal (S) Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Automatic headlights with Coming/Leaving Home feature (S) Halogen headlights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED rear lights (S) Cloth (S) Leather gear knob (S) | Airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Automatic Braking System (ABS) (S) Crash warning system (S) Driver drowsiness detection (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electronic brake force distribution (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) Emergency Brake Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Front head and side airbags with center airbag (S) ISOFIX on outer rear seats and front passenger seat (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Park Distance Control, rear radar (S) Speed limiter (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with belt tensioners (S) Tire control display (S) Tool kit and tire mobility set: 12 volt compressor and tire sealant (S) Traffic signs recognition (S) 10-inch multi-touch display (S) 5.3-inch insturment cluster (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Bluetooth for mobiles and music streaming (S) DAB+ digital radio (S) Dicover Pro navigation system (S) Intelligent Natural Voice control (S) Keyless start system without safe securing (S) 4 x speaker audio system (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports (S) Air Care Climatronic air conditioning system (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Armrests for front seats (S) Center console with 2 cup holders in front (S) Front seats with mechanical backrest angle adjustment and mechanical length adjustment (S) Multifunction steering wheel with touch controls (S) Electronic windows lifters with pulse switching (S) Fixed rear window with wipers with interval switching (S) Green thermal insulation glazing, sides and rear (S) Heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors (S) Intermittent wiper control (S) Windshield wipe-wash system (S) Aspherical exterior mirror on driver's side, convex on passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lighted mirrors on sun visors (S) 10-color ambient lighting (S) LED headlights with automatic lighting control (S) LED taillights (S) Fragment fabric (S) | - | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | For the MY 2018 the e-Golf is in very short supply for the US and in select states: California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New York, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C. | - | MEB+ platform | MEB+ platform |
| 2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE | 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | 2026 Volkswagen ID. Polo 99 kW | 2027 Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI 166 kW |