Comparison between:
- 2020 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure
- 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure
- 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure | 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | |
| Series | ID. | ID. | ID. |
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| Model alias | ID3 | ID.4 Life ID.4 Style | ID.4 Life ID.4 Style |
| Trim | Pure | Pure | Pure |
| Model year | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 |
| Market | Europe | Europe | Europe |
| Price | EUR 29,990 (DE, Sep 2019) | EUR 37,655 (Germany, May 2023) | EUR 37,655 (Germany, May 2023) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel | Steel |
| Exterior colors | White Teal | Blue Dusk Gletcher White Grenadilla Black Kings Red Stonewashed Blue Moonstone Gray | Blue Dusk Gletcher White Grenadilla Black Kings Red |
| Interior colors | White-Orange Grey-Black | Black and Platinum Gray | Black and Platinum Gray |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 167.8 in 4261 mm | 180.5 in 4584 mm | 180.5 in 4584 mm |
| Width | 71.2 in 1809 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 83.0 in 2108 mm | 83.0 in 2108 mm |
| Height | 61.1 in 1552 mm | 64.3 in 1634 mm | 64.3 in 1634 mm |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in 2765 mm | 109.1 in 2770 mm | 109.1 in 2770 mm |
| Front track | - | 62.5 in 1588 mm | 62.5 in 1588 mm |
| Rear track | - | 61.6 in 1564 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm |
| Clearance | - | 6.1 in 155 mm | 6.1 in 155 mm |
| Front headroom | - | 42.0 in 1066 mm | 42.0 in 1066 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 38.5 in 979 mm | 38.5 in 979 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 57.5 in 1460 mm | 57.5 in 1460 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 55.9 in 1421 mm | 55.9 in 1421 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 54.4 in 1382 mm | 54.4 in 1382 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 46.7 in 1185 mm | 46.7 in 1185 mm |
| Front legroom | - | 41.1 in 1045 mm | 41.1 in 1045 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 37.6 in 954 mm | 37.6 in 954 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2830.0 l 99.94 ft3 2.83 m3 | 2830.0 l 99.94 ft3 2.83 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 385.0 l 13.60 ft3 0.39 m3 | 543.0 l 19.18 ft3 0.54 m3 | 543.0 l 19.18 ft3 0.54 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | - | 1575.0 l 55.62 ft3 1.57 m3 | 1575.0 l 55.62 ft3 1.57 m3 |
| Curb weight | - | 4168.94 lb 1891 kg | 4168.94 lb 1891 kg |
| GVWR | - | 5467.46 lb 2480 kg | 5467.46 lb 2480 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.267 Cd | 0.28 Cd | 0.28 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Headroom with glass roof front - 10404 mm Headroom with glass roof front - 976 mm Passenger volume with a glass roof - 2865 l Roof load - 75 kg | Headroom with glass roof front - 10404 mm Headroom with glass roof front - 976 mm Passenger volume with a glass roof - 2865 l Roof load - 75 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | APP 310 | APP 310 | APP 310 |
| Electric motor type | Brushless DC | Brushless DC | Brushless DC |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 93 kW 124.7 hp 126.4 ps | 109 kW 146.2 hp 148.2 ps | 109 kW 146.2 hp 148.2 ps |
| Torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 220 Nm 22.4 kgm 162.3 ft-lb | 220 Nm 22.4 kgm 162.3 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Comfort Sport Standard | Eco Comfort Sport Standard |
| Additional information | VW ID.3 Pure Power - 110 kW electric motor | - | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | - | 10.90 s | 10.90 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP: 205.1 mi / 330.0 km | WLTP: 213.1 mi / 343.0 km | WLTP: 213.1 mi / 343.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | - | WLTP, CMB: 16.9 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 16.9 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m 33.46 ft | 11.6 m 38.06 ft | 11.6 m 38.06 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Additional information | - | Steering ratio - 15.92:1 | Steering ratio - 15.92:1 |
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 |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 4.39 | 4.39 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | - | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | - | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | - | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | - | Drums | Drums |
| Additional information | - | Front brakes - 13.4 x 1.1 in Rear brakes - 11 x 2 in | Front brakes - 13.4 x 1.1 in Rear brakes - 11 x 2 in |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | - | 8Jx18 | 8Jx18 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | - | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | - | LG Chem | LG Chem |
| Model | - | LGX E78 (NCM712) | LGX E78 (NCM712) |
| Type of rechargeable battery | - | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 45 kWh | 52 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Number of cells | - | 240 | 240 |
| Number of modules | - | 9 | 9 |
| Voltage | - | 408 V | 408 V |
| Energy density | - | 265 Wh/kg | 265 Wh/kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | - | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | VW explicitly states this is the net battery capacity Estimated gross capacity - 48 kWh 100 kW DC charging is optional | Gross capacity - 55 kWh | Gross capacity - 55 kWh |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | Wallbox, 7.2 kW DC charging, 50 kW | Wallbox, 7.2 kW DC charging, 50 kW | Wallbox, 7.2 kW DC charging, 50 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | - | - | - |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC charging, 0:43-0:54 Wallbox 7.2 kW, 6:15 | - | - |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Dynamic Road Sign Display (S) Front Assist (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Park Distance Control (S) DAB+ digital radio (S) Intelligent Natural Voice control (S) Keyless start (S) Navigation system (S) Air Care Climatronic air conditioning system (S) Heated seats (S) Heated steering wheel (S) 10-color ambient lighting (S) LED headlights with automatic lighting control (S) LED taillights (S) | Body color bumpers and black roof rails (S) Stainless steel pedals (S) Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go (S) Advanced keyless access (KESSY) with proximity unlocking (S) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (S) Anti-theft vehicle immobilizer (S) Center display proximity sensor (S) Driver and front passenger airbags (S) Drowsiness detection (S) Dual front airbags (S) Dual front-side airbags (S) e-Sound (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electromechanical Brake Booster (eBB) (S) Electronic parking brake (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Foldable trailer hitch with electrical release (S) Front Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) IQ.Drive assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights (S) Park Assist Plus with Memory Parking (S) Park Distance Control, front & rear (S) Portable tire fix kit (S) Power door locks w/ remote featuring panic button (S) Rain sensor (S) Rear View Camera System with dynamic guidelines (S) Side Curtain Protection head impact airbags, front & rear (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with height adjustment and tensioners (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Traffic sign recognition (S) Warning sound and light for front and rear seatbelts not fastened (S) Wheel locks with extended theft protection (S) 10-inch Discover Pro display (S) 5.3-inch Volkswagen ID.Cockpit configurable digital instrument display (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) App-Connect smartphone integration via USB (S) Bluetooth (S) Capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (S) Capability for VW Car-Net services (S) Car2X (S) DAB + digital radio reception (S) Discover Pro navigation (S) Diversity antenna for FM reception (S) Hello ID. voice control (S) Rear USB-C charging ports for 2nd row (S) 7 x speakers (S) Telephone interface (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) Wireless App-Connect smartphone integration (S) Wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) (S) Wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) (S) 2nd row adjustable air vents (S) Climatronic with touch dual-zone automatic climate control and pollen filter (S) Heat pump (S) 3-passenger, 60/40 split fold-flat rear bench (S) 6-way manually adjustable front seats with power recline (S) Armrest for front seats (S) Center console w/ configurable storage & cup holders (S) Heated front seats (S) Seat-mounted fold-down center armrests for front seats (S) Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Multi-function steering wheel (S) Tilting & telescoping adjustable steering column (S) Automatic, variable intermittent front windshield wipers with rain sensor (S) Heat-insulating glazing on side and rear windows (S) Heated automatic front washer nozzles (S) Illuminated & carpeted cargo area w/ tie-down hooks & 12V power port (S) Illuminated flush door handles (S) Laminated safety glass for the windscreen (S) Rear window wiper & washer (S) Auto-dimming rear-view mirror (S) Body color side mirror caps (S) Convex exterior mirror on front passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable, foldable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lit make-up mirror on sunvisors (S) Adjustable 10-color ambient interior lighting (S) Automatic headlights with "Coming Home-Leaving Home" feature (S) Front & rear LED reading lights (S) ID.Light (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights and LED rear license plate lighting (S) Carpeted floor mats, front & rear (S) Matrix fabric (S) | Body color bumpers and black roof rails (S) Stainless steel pedals (S) Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go (S) Advanced keyless access (KESSY) with proximity unlocking (S) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (S) Anti-theft vehicle immobilizer (S) Center display proximity sensor (S) Driver and front passenger airbags (S) Drowsiness detection (S) Dual front airbags (S) Dual front-side airbags (S) e-Sound (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electromechanical Brake Booster (eBB) (S) Electronic parking brake (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Foldable trailer hitch with electrical release (S) Front Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) IQ.Drive assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights (S) Park Assist Plus with Memory Parking (S) Park Distance Control, front & rear (S) Portable tire fix kit (S) Power door locks w/ remote featuring panic button (S) Rain sensor (S) Rear View Camera System with dynamic guidelines (S) Side Curtain Protection head impact airbags, front & rear (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with height adjustment and tensioners (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Traffic sign recognition (S) Warning sound and light for front and rear seatbelts not fastened (S) Wheel locks with extended theft protection (S) 10-inch Discover Pro display (S) 5.3-inch Volkswagen ID.Cockpit configurable digital instrument display (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) App-Connect smartphone integration via USB (S) Bluetooth (S) Capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (S) Capability for VW Car-Net services (S) Car2X (S) DAB + digital radio reception (S) Discover Pro navigation (S) Diversity antenna for FM reception (S) Hello ID. voice control (S) Rear USB-C charging ports for 2nd row (S) 7 x speakers (S) Telephone interface (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) Wireless App-Connect smartphone integration (S) Wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) (S) Wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) (S) 2nd row adjustable air vents (S) Climatronic with touch dual-zone automatic climate control and pollen filter (S) Heat pump (S) 3-passenger, 60/40 split fold-flat rear bench (S) 6-way manually adjustable front seats with power recline (S) Armrest for front seats (S) Center console w/ configurable storage & cup holders (S) Heated front seats (S) Seat-mounted fold-down center armrests for front seats (S) Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Multi-function steering wheel (S) Tilting & telescoping adjustable steering column (S) Automatic, variable intermittent front windshield wipers with rain sensor (S) Heat-insulating glazing on side and rear windows (S) Heated automatic front washer nozzles (S) Illuminated & carpeted cargo area w/ tie-down hooks & 12V power port (S) Illuminated flush door handles (S) Laminated safety glass for the windscreen (S) Rear window wiper & washer (S) Auto-dimming rear-view mirror (S) Body color side mirror caps (S) Convex exterior mirror on front passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable, foldable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lit make-up mirror on sunvisors (S) Adjustable 10-color ambient interior lighting (S) Automatic headlights with "Coming Home-Leaving Home" feature (S) Front & rear LED reading lights (S) ID.Light (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights and LED rear license plate lighting (S) Carpeted floor mats, front & rear (S) Matrix fabric (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | This is the very basic set of features available for this trim and may vary according to the market. Further equipment trim details should be discussed with your local dealer. | This is the very basic set of features available for this trim and may vary according to the market. Further equipment trim details should be discussed with your local dealer. |
| 2020 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure | 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure |