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VW ID.3 vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.3 or VW Polo?

VW ID.3 vs VW Polo: Key differences

VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space

VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ID.3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,310 £.

Polo

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 VW ID.3 offers visibly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers substantially more torque with 545 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 225 Nm more.

ID.3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is considerably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 644 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers only slightly more boot space – 385 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries marginally more – 473 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 is clearly superior 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 £28,600
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
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VW ID.3

The 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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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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,264 mm
Length
-
Width
1,809 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
1,564 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
437 - 473 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
VW
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.3 have?

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

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