Volkswagen ID.3 2019–2023 car dimensions: 4261 mm long, 1809 mm wide and 1568 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,772 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 385 litres.
The cabin has a 10-inch central touchscreen with wireless App-Connect for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. Air Care Climatronic automatic climate control is fitted across the range. Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and Front Assist automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection come standard, as does Lane Assist. Front and rear parking sensors are standard. A rear-view camera and Side Assist blind-spot warning are available on higher trims or as options in assistance packages. The interior feels open thanks to the long wheelbase, with ambient lighting and a digital cockpit for everyday driving ease.
Boot space is 385 litres with seats up, rising to 1,267 litres with the rear seats folded. The load bay is square and deep but has a high lip, and the seats do not fold fully flat.
The ID.3 is not approved for trailer towing, with braked and unbraked capacities listed as zero. An optional retractable coupling is available solely for bicycle carriers, supporting up to 75 kg tongue weight. Roof load is also zero. Payload varies by battery and equipment but supports typical family or light loads inside the cabin and boot only. It suits daily commuting and passenger use rather than heavy work or towing duties.
The cabin feels spacious and modern thanks to the long wheelbase and open design. Soft-touch materials and sustainable fabrics create a homely feel. Ambient lighting with up to 30 colours adds atmosphere. Front seats offer good support. higher grades add power adjustment, lumbar massage and memory. Optional panoramic roof floods the interior with light.
Electric only. WLTP consumption around 15-16 kWh/100 km depending on battery.
Service interval every two years, mileage-independent.
Euro NCAP five stars (2020): 87% adult, 89% child, 71% vulnerable road users, 88% safety assist.
Standard kit includes Front Assist AEB with pedestrian/cyclist detection, Lane Assist, driver alert and multi-collision brake.
High-voltage battery warranty eight years or 160,000 km.
The ID.3 runs purely on electricity. Official WLTP energy use sits in the mid-teens kWh per 100 km, with real-world figures close to that on mixed routes. Larger battery versions deliver longer ranges without changing the everyday driving character.
Servicing is simple and infrequent. The first check is due after two years regardless of distance covered, then at the same interval. Brake fluid and cabin filter changes form the main items. there is no oil or exhaust work.
Crash protection earned a full five-star Euro NCAP result in 2020 with strong scores for adults and children. Standard equipment covers automatic emergency braking, lane keeping and fatigue detection. A centre airbag between the front seats is also fitted.
Day-to-day ownership is low-effort. The battery carries an eight-year or 160,000 km guarantee to 70 percent capacity. Software updates arrive over the air and keep systems current. Tyre and brake wear remain the main consumables.
Length 4261 mm, Width 1809 mm, Height 1568 mm, Wheelbase 2770 mm (ID.3 2019–2023)
Sources: manufacturer data, Volkswagen press kits/technical data/brochures.