Compare performance (204 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (39800 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Hilux or VW ID.3?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW ID.3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Toyota Hilux costs 39800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11191 £.
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 noticeable edge – offering 326 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID.3 performs a bit better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Hilux tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 545 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW ID.3 is a bit lighter – 1787 kg compared to 2085 kg. The difference is around 298 kg.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Hilux convincingly takes the win – 1125 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 652 kg.
The VW ID.3 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Toyota Hilux is a no-nonsense pick-up that blends worksite toughness with proper off-road ability, built to shrug off punishment and keep going long after fancier rivals give up. It won’t win any beauty contests, but buyers who want a practical, rugged truck that simply gets the job done will appreciate its honest, hard-working character.
detailsThe VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.
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Price
39800 - 56200 £
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Price
28600 - 49300 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.7 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
253 - 264 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2085 - 2295 kg
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Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
5325 mm
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Length
4264 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Height
1810 - 1815 mm
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Height
1564 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Payload
915 - 1125 kg
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Payload
437 - 473 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 204 HP
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Power HP
170 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
170 - 175 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
400 - 500 Nm
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
110 - 150 kW
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Power kW
125 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2755 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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The Toyota Hilux is offered with All-Wheel Drive.