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Ford Mustang Convertible vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (446 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Convertible or VW ID.3?

Ford Mustang Convertible vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Ford Mustang Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Mustang Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,776 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Mustang Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 446 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Convertible delivers markedly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Mustang Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW ID.3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Mustang Convertible is only slightly lighter – 1,876 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 9 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries markedly more – 464 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £29,100
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 231 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 410 - 629 km
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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is Volkswagen’s compact electric hatch that prioritizes practical daily usability with a comfortable, modern interior. It delivers a smooth, quiet driving experience and intuitive tech that makes switching to electric straightforward.

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4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Pennings
6 May 2026, 08:03:27

ID.3 catches less wind. It's more pleasant, especially on the highway. Also: more economical, lighter and with the same step‑in height.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
410 - 629 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
280 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
383 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,916 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
319 - 324 kg
Payload
422 - 464 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
540 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
328 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
Is the Ford Mustang Convertible offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Mustang Convertible is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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