Vauxhall Astra vs VW ID.3 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

Vauxhall Astra has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the VW ID.3 costs 28600 £. That’s a price difference of around 3377 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.3: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 605 km, about 186 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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 VW ID.3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 326 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs slightly better – reaching 235 km/h, while the VW ID.3 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 pulls noticeable stronger with 545 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Vauxhall Astra is distinct lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1787 kg. The difference is around 446 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers barely noticeable more room – 422 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs minimal better – up to 1339 L, which is about 72 L more than the VW ID.3.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra barely noticeable takes the win – 509 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Our conclusion: The VW ID.3 proves to be is largely superior and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.