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Toyota Land Cruiser vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (72,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Land Cruiser or VW ID.3?

Toyota Land Cruiser vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Toyota Land Cruiser

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more trunk space
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VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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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

Land Cruiser

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID.3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,853 £.

ID.3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.3 offers moderately more power – delivering 231 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Land Cruiser delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

Land Cruiser

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: Toyota Land Cruiser offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.3 is noticeably lighter – 1,885 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers significantly more boot space – 742 L compared to 383 L. That’s a difference of about 359 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Land Cruiser carries visibly more – 750 kg compared to 464 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Toyota Land Cruiser
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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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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Toyota Land Cruiser
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption

Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
-
co2
278 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Trunk capacity
383 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
685 - 750 kg
Payload
422 - 464 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
205 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
151 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
2,755 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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