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Omoda E5 vs VW ID.3 (2020-2023)
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
Selected trimPure Performance 45 kWh · 2021-22Change trim216 mi · 45 kWh · £29,635
At a glance
The VW ID.3 was replaced by the VW ID.3 Neo in 2026. Compare the Omoda E5 with the VW ID.3 Neo
In this comparison, Omoda E5 stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.3 leads on family practicality, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.3 (2020-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Omoda
6.2
VW
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Omoda
3.7
VW
3.8
Too close to call
FamilyVW
Omoda
5.7
VW
7.4
ChargingVW
Omoda
4.4
VW
5.2
Cost Per MileVW
Omoda
4.1
VW
5.8
City DrivingVW
Omoda
6.4
VW
8.2
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
VW ID.3
Length
Omoda E54,424mm
VW ID.34,261mm-163mm
Width
Omoda E51,830mm
VW ID.31,809mm-21mm
Height
Omoda E51,588mm
VW ID.31,568mm-20mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | VW ID.3Pure Performance 45 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,261 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm | 1,809 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,015 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,568 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare | 591 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Omoda E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
VW ID.3
- Peak DC charging of 110 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Omoda E5 Knight |  VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.42m | 4.26m-163mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.81m-21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.57m-20mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.77m+140mm |
| Ground Clearance | 147mm | 150mm+3mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 385L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1075L | 1267L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,710kg (better) | 1,781kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 45kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 267 mi (better) | 216 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW (better) | 110kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,065 | £29,635 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2022 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | VW ID.3Pure Performance 45 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 267 miles (better) | 216 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 194 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW (better) | 110 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Energy consumption | 160 Wh/km | 150 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 60 kWh (better) | 45 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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Omoda E5
Knight
VW ID.3
Pure Performance 45 kWh
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
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Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh
Tested 2020
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Omoda E5
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Omoda E5 worth the extra £3,430 over the VW ID.3?
The Omoda E5 costs £3,430 more than the VW ID.3. For that premium it adds 51 miles more WLTP range, 45 kW more power and a 1.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Omoda E5 or the VW ID.3?
The VW ID.3 is £3,430 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.3 comes out roughly £3,470 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Omoda E5 and VW ID.3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 194 miles for the Omoda E5 and 155 miles for the VW ID.3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Omoda E5 goes roughly 39 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Omoda E5 or the VW ID.3?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.3 and about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5. The VW ID.3 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Omoda E5 or the VW ID.3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Omoda E5 and 87% for the VW ID.3. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the VW ID.3's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .