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VW ID.3 vs Aston Martin Vantage comparison

Compare performance (231 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 168,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.3 or Aston Martin Vantage?

VW ID.3 vs Aston Martin Vantage: Key differences

VW ID.3

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more trunk space
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Aston Martin Vantage

  • clearly 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:

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

VW ID.3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Aston Martin Vantage costs 168,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 138,862 £.

Vantage

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 Aston Martin Vantage offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin Vantage is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin Vantage delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

ID.3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW ID.3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin Vantage is only slightly lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers markedly more boot space – 383 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

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

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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Ivan
15 Aug 2026, 10:15:15

The latest update in the PRO S version with 79 kWh of usable battery, 231 hp, the car is exceptional... More efficiency, more power and more comfort... A huge step forward... enormous range...

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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
168,000 - 228,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.1 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
410 - 629 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
274 - 279 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe, Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
383 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
422 - 464 kg
Payload
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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
665 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 3.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Power kW
489 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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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