Volkswagen ID.3 2026– car dimensions: 4265 mm long, 1809 mm wide and 1561 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,885 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 383 litres.
The cabin has a 12.9-inch central touchscreen and 10.2-inch digital cockpit as standard, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim. Single-zone automatic climate control is standard from the base Trend line. two-zone Air Care Climatronic arrives on Life and Style. Adaptive cruise control, Lane Assist, Front Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, side assist blind-spot warning and front/rear parking sensors are fitted across the range. A rear-view camera is standard from Life upwards. Higher trims add more ambient lighting colours, heated seats and steering wheel, plus optional Travel Assist and 360-degree camera views.
Boot space measures 383 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 1336 litres when they are folded. An adjustable floor is available to create a flat load area. There is no frunk.
Towing capacity is listed as zero for both braked and unbraked trailers. An optional removable ball coupling supports only a bicycle carrier with up to 75 kg drawbar load. Roof load is also zero. Payload is around 425 kg depending on battery and equipment.
The car is not set up for heavy work use. Adaptive chassis control is optional on higher trims only.
The cabin feels spacious and bright thanks to the upright design and large glass areas. Soft-touch materials cover key surfaces with improved quality over earlier models. Front seats offer good support and comfort for long trips, with higher grades adding electric multi-way adjustment, memory, thigh support extension, lumbar adjustment and massage via the wellness app. Ambient lighting in up to 30 colours and a quiet electric drive complete the refined feel.
Fully electric with zero CO2 emissions and WLTP ranges varying by battery size.
Service inspections every two years including brake fluid and cabin filter changes.
Euro NCAP five-star rating from 2025 test.
Standard safety kit includes seven airbags with centre airbag, Front Assist AEB with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Lane Assist, adaptive cruise control, driver attention and drowsiness monitor, ISOFIX points and e-Call.
The ID.3 runs fully on electric power with no tailpipe emissions. Available battery sizes deliver solid everyday range under the WLTP cycle, with energy use kept efficient across trims.
Servicing is simple with inspections required every two years regardless of mileage. These cover checks plus brake fluid and interior filter replacement. The high-voltage battery needs specific care to keep its warranty valid.
Safety scores five stars in the 2025 Euro NCAP test under stricter rules. Standard equipment packs in seven airbags including a centre airbag, autonomous emergency braking that watches for pedestrians and cyclists, lane keeping, adaptive cruise, drowsiness alerts, tyre pressure monitoring and emergency call.
Battery warranty runs eight years or 160000 km. Vehicle cover is typically three years or 60000 miles with roadside assistance. Regular dealer servicing keeps everything reliable and maintains the warranties.
Length 4265 mm, Width 1809 mm, Height 1561 mm, Wheelbase 2769 mm (ID.3 2026 - present)
Sources: manufacturer data, volkswagen.de, ADAC and VW AT brochure, VW Newsroom press kit.