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VW ID.3 vs Ferrari 296 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (231 HP vs 880 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 348,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.3 or Ferrari 296 Coupe?

VW ID.3 vs Ferrari 296 Coupe: Key differences

VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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Ferrari 296 Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Ferrari 296 Coupe costs 348,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 319,719 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 629 km, about 614 km more than the Ferrari 296 Coupe.

296 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 Ferrari 296 Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 880 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 649 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 296 Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 296 Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 755 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 405 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, Ferrari 296 Coupe is a bit lighter – 1,670 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries significantly more – 464 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 is far ahead overall 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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VW ID.3

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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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Ferrari 296 Coupe

Slip behind the wheel of the Ferrari 296 GTB and you get a compact supercar that turns everyday roads into a racetrack with intoxicating urgency and razor-sharp poise. It's the perfect choice for drivers who want headline-grabbing performance and Ferrari drama without the showroom theatrics, all wrapped in stunning Italian design.

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Ferrari 296 Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
Price
348,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.9 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
15 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Curb weight
1,670 kg
Trunk capacity
383 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,958 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
422 - 464 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Power HP
880 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
755 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Power kW
648 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

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

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

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