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VW ID.3 vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (231 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.3 or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

VW ID.3 vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly 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

ID.3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 276,862 £.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 539 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

ID.3

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, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is only slightly lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers markedly more boot space – 383 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries marginally more – 464 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Reviews VW ID.3

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
29,100 - 40,800 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
410 - 629 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
3
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
383 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
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Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
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Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
422 - 464 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Aston Martin
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.3 have?

The VW ID.3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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