VW ID.3 (2020-2023)
VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh
Replaced in 2026 by the VW ID.3 Neo · Compare old and new
The VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh ranks among the most efficient EVs available. It has a substantial weight of 1,781 kg, which reduces efficiency and tyre life.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 87% of its battery health, roughly 225 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest. Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through.
Range
216 mi
Battery
45kWh
Charge
110kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyNotable measurements drawn from verified UK catalogue data.
- Peak DC charging of 110 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
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Tested 2020
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest
- The 3.x software updates are widely reported to improve infotainment, charging speed and efficiency in early examples of the car
- Quiet and comfortable on longer journeys, combining efficient cruising with reliable rapid charging along motorway routes
Watch Out For
- Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through
- Infotainment and the touch-slider volume and temperature controls remain the most frequent complaints in everyday use
- Driver assistance attracts complaints: lane assist is difficult to disable, while speed-limit recognition and adaptive cruise can respond to an incorrect speed limit
Owner Tips
- Check which software version the infotainment screen shows and ask whether the 3.x updates have been installed
- Request evidence of any battery module work and have the car’s battery health checked with a scan before purchase
- Try lane assist, the speed-limit display and adaptive cruise during a varied test drive that includes roundabouts
Size Overview
Length
4.26m
Width
1.81m
Height
1.57m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits
Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Model-specific data. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh is estimated to retain around 94.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 173 miles in summer and 128 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh is estimated to retain around 91.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 167 miles in summer and 124 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.3 Pure Performance 45 kWh is estimated to retain around 86.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 159 miles in summer and 118 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Treat these battery-health figures as estimates rather than a measurement of the car you are considering. Check its history and available battery-health evidence; climate, charging habits and use affect battery condition.
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Lease Deals
This model is discontinued, with no active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Used prices by year
Asking prices recorded at independent UK EV dealers over the past 8 weeks
| Year | Median | Range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £16,436 | £13,995 to £19,074 | 17 |
| 2022 | £15,297 | £13,783 to £18,293 | 12 |
| 2021 | £13,540 | £10,390 to £15,132 | 4 |
| 2020 | £13,495 | £11,995 to £13,521 | 3 |
Model years with fewer than 2 listings during that period are excluded.
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Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.3 buyer's guide
This used Volkswagen ID.3 buying guide explains Pure Performance, Pro, Pro Performance and Pro S, why software versions matter, the 8-year battery warranty, real-world range, recalls including the 2026 battery check, owner experiences, expected prices and a printable checklist.
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Replaced in 2026 by the VW ID.3 Neo · Compare old and new
The main drawback of the VW ID.3 Pro 58 kWh: its substantial weight is 1,812 kg, which reduces efficiency and tyre life.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 87% of its battery health, roughly 275 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest. Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through.
Range
264 mi
Battery
58kWh
Charge
120kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyNotable measurements drawn from verified UK catalogue data.
- 264 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 120 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2020
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest
- The 3.x software updates are widely reported to improve infotainment, charging speed and efficiency in early examples of the car
- Quiet and comfortable on longer journeys, combining efficient cruising with reliable rapid charging along motorway routes
Watch Out For
- Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through
- Infotainment and the touch-slider volume and temperature controls remain the most frequent complaints in everyday use
- Driver assistance attracts complaints: lane assist is difficult to disable, while speed-limit recognition and adaptive cruise can respond to an incorrect speed limit
Owner Tips
- Check which software version the infotainment screen shows and ask whether the 3.x updates have been installed
- Request evidence of any battery module work and have the car’s battery health checked with a scan before purchase
- Try lane assist, the speed-limit display and adaptive cruise during a varied test drive that includes roundabouts
Used VW ID.3 Pro 58 kWh Listings
Listings are from independent dealers' own websites. We have no commercial relationship with them.
Size Overview
Length
4.26m
Width
1.81m
Height
1.57m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits
Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Model-specific data. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.3 Pro 58 kWh is estimated to retain around 94.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 211 miles in summer and 157 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.3 Pro 58 kWh is estimated to retain around 91.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 204 miles in summer and 152 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.3 Pro 58 kWh is estimated to retain around 86.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 194 miles in summer and 144 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Treat these battery-health figures as estimates rather than a measurement of the car you are considering. Check its history and available battery-health evidence; climate, charging habits and use affect battery condition.
Find This Car
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued, with no active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Used prices by year
Asking prices recorded at independent UK EV dealers over the past 8 weeks
| Year | Median | Range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £16,436 | £13,995 to £19,074 | 17 |
| 2022 | £15,297 | £13,783 to £18,293 | 12 |
| 2021 | £13,540 | £10,390 to £15,132 | 4 |
| 2020 | £13,495 | £11,995 to £13,521 | 3 |
Model years with fewer than 2 listings during that period are excluded.
Found one for sale? Check its priceBuyer's guide
Used VW ID.3 buyer's guide
This used Volkswagen ID.3 buying guide explains Pure Performance, Pro, Pro Performance and Pro S, why software versions matter, the 8-year battery warranty, real-world range, recalls including the 2026 battery check, owner experiences, expected prices and a printable checklist.
10 min read
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Report incorrect specVW ID.3 Pro Performance 58 kWh
Replaced in 2026 by the VW ID.3 Neo · Compare old and new
The main drawback of the VW ID.3 Pro Performance 58 kWh: its substantial weight is 1,812 kg, which reduces efficiency and tyre life.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 87% of its battery health, roughly 275 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest. Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through.
Range
264 mi
Battery
58kWh
Charge
120kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyNotable measurements drawn from verified UK catalogue data.
- 264 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 120 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2020
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest
- The 3.x software updates are widely reported to improve infotainment, charging speed and efficiency in early examples of the car
- Quiet and comfortable on longer journeys, combining efficient cruising with reliable rapid charging along motorway routes
Watch Out For
- Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through
- Infotainment and the touch-slider volume and temperature controls remain the most frequent complaints in everyday use
- Driver assistance attracts complaints: lane assist is difficult to disable, while speed-limit recognition and adaptive cruise can respond to an incorrect speed limit
Owner Tips
- Check which software version the infotainment screen shows and ask whether the 3.x updates have been installed
- Request evidence of any battery module work and have the car’s battery health checked with a scan before purchase
- Try lane assist, the speed-limit display and adaptive cruise during a varied test drive that includes roundabouts
Used VW ID.3 Pro Performance 58 kWh Listings
Listings are from independent dealers' own websites. We have no commercial relationship with them.
Size Overview
Length
4.26m
Width
1.81m
Height
1.57m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits
Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Model-specific data. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.3 Pro Performance 58 kWh is estimated to retain around 94.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 211 miles in summer and 157 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.3 Pro Performance 58 kWh is estimated to retain around 91.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 204 miles in summer and 152 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.3 Pro Performance 58 kWh is estimated to retain around 86.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 194 miles in summer and 144 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Treat these battery-health figures as estimates rather than a measurement of the car you are considering. Check its history and available battery-health evidence; climate, charging habits and use affect battery condition.
Find This Car
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued, with no active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Used prices by year
Asking prices recorded at independent UK EV dealers over the past 8 weeks
| Year | Median | Range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £16,436 | £13,995 to £19,074 | 17 |
| 2022 | £15,297 | £13,783 to £18,293 | 12 |
| 2021 | £13,540 | £10,390 to £15,132 | 4 |
| 2020 | £13,495 | £11,995 to £13,521 | 3 |
Model years with fewer than 2 listings during that period are excluded.
Found one for sale? Check its priceBuyer's guide
Used VW ID.3 buyer's guide
This used Volkswagen ID.3 buying guide explains Pure Performance, Pro, Pro Performance and Pro S, why software versions matter, the 8-year battery warranty, real-world range, recalls including the 2026 battery check, owner experiences, expected prices and a printable checklist.
10 min read
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Report incorrect specVW ID.3 Pro S 77 kWh
Replaced in 2026 by the VW ID.3 Neo · Compare old and new
The VW ID.3 Pro S 77 kWh travels further between charges than most competing hatchbacks, around 246 miles on the motorway. It has a substantial weight of 1,935 kg, which reduces efficiency and tyre life.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 87% of its battery health, roughly 355 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest. Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through.
Range
341 mi
Battery
77kWh
Charge
125kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyNotable measurements drawn from verified UK catalogue data.
- 341 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 125 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- 2,770 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2020
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners describe generous space for its size, with a practical hatchback boot and a cabin that feels larger than its Golf-sized body would suggest
- The 3.x software updates are widely reported to improve infotainment, charging speed and efficiency in early examples of the car
- Quiet and comfortable on longer journeys, combining efficient cruising with reliable rapid charging along motorway routes
Watch Out For
- Early software suffered slowness and glitches, and owners report lengthy waits for dealer-installed updates, a few of which failed part-way through
- Infotainment and the touch-slider volume and temperature controls remain the most frequent complaints in everyday use
- Driver assistance attracts complaints: lane assist is difficult to disable, while speed-limit recognition and adaptive cruise can respond to an incorrect speed limit
Owner Tips
- Check which software version the infotainment screen shows and ask whether the 3.x updates have been installed
- Request evidence of any battery module work and have the car’s battery health checked with a scan before purchase
- Try lane assist, the speed-limit display and adaptive cruise during a varied test drive that includes roundabouts
Size Overview
Length
4.26m
Width
1.81m
Height
1.57m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits
Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Model-specific data. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.3 Pro S 77 kWh is estimated to retain around 94.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 272 miles in summer and 201 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.3 Pro S 77 kWh is estimated to retain around 91.1% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 263 miles in summer and 195 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.3 Pro S 77 kWh is estimated to retain around 86.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 250 miles in summer and 186 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Treat these battery-health figures as estimates rather than a measurement of the car you are considering. Check its history and available battery-health evidence; climate, charging habits and use affect battery condition.
Find This Car
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued, with no active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Used prices by year
Asking prices recorded at independent UK EV dealers over the past 8 weeks
| Year | Median | Range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £16,436 | £13,995 to £19,074 | 17 |
| 2022 | £15,297 | £13,783 to £18,293 | 12 |
| 2021 | £13,540 | £10,390 to £15,132 | 4 |
| 2020 | £13,495 | £11,995 to £13,521 | 3 |
Model years with fewer than 2 listings during that period are excluded.
Found one for sale? Check its priceBuyer's guide
Used VW ID.3 buyer's guide
This used Volkswagen ID.3 buying guide explains Pure Performance, Pro, Pro Performance and Pro S, why software versions matter, the 8-year battery warranty, real-world range, recalls including the 2026 battery check, owner experiences, expected prices and a printable checklist.
10 min read
Rankings & tools
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Specifications come from manufacturer websites and receive manual review.
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