Volkswagen · ID.3

ID.3 Neo

Released August 2026

The successor to the ID.3 electric hatchback, with a redesigned interior, new 50, 58 and 79 kWh batteries and up to 390 miles of WLTP range, suited to buyers who want a Golf-sized electric car.

Model history · 2 models, 2020–2026
  1. 2020ID.3Compare
  2. 2026ID.3 Neo
Body
Hatchback
Powertrain
Electric
Power
168–228 bhp
Range
390 mi
Boot
385 l

Performance

Powertrain
Electric
Power
168–228 bhp
Engine or motors
Rear APP-series electric motor, 170 PS (125 kW), 190 PS (140 kW) or 231 PS (170 kW); bhp converted from Volkswagen's PS figures
Gearbox
Single-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive

Range and charging

Zero-emission range (WLTP)
390 miles
Battery
50–79 kWh
Fastest charging
105–183 kW
Range detail
WLTP combined range across the UK line-up is 258–390 miles; up to 390 miles with the 79 kWh battery
Charging
Up to 105 kW DC (50 and 58 kWh) or 183 kW (79 kWh); 10–80% in as little as 26 minutes
CO2 emissions
0 g/km at the tailpipe

Practicality

Body
Hatchback
Seats
5
Boot
385 litres
Length
4,287 mm
Boot
385 litres; 1,267 litres with the rear seats folded
Size
4,287 mm long

Tech and safety

Infotainment
12.9-inch Innovision touchscreen with navigation and IDA voice assistant; 10.25-inch driver display; wireless phone charging and App-Connect
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise control, parking sensors and rear-view camera standard; Connected Travel Assist with traffic light recognition and Park Assist Pro on Style Launch Edition
Warranty
3 years or 60,000 miles; high-voltage battery 8 years or 100,000 miles (70% capacity)

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Up to 390 miles WLTP range with the 79 kWh battery
  • Physical buttons and rotary controls return, with a 10.25-inch driver display
  • One-pedal driving and optional vehicle-to-load adapter

Cons

  • 50 and 58 kWh versions charge at no more than 105 kW DC
  • 385-litre boot is unchanged from the ID.3
  • Head-up display and Park Assist Pro are standard only on the Style Launch Edition

Closest rivals

Model
BodyPowertrainPowerRangeBootReleased
HatchbackElectric201 bhp273–388 mi435 l2025
HatchbackElectric201 bhp265 mi364 l2023
CoupéElectric––572 l2026

Previous model: ID.3.

Sources

  1. volkswagen.co.uk/en/electric-and-hybrid/electric-cars/id3-neo.html
  2. vwpress.co.uk/releases/5486
  3. vwpress.co.uk/assets/applications/original/41573-the-new-id3-neo-world-premiere…

Photo: Volkswagen (official UK configurator, Style Launch Edition, grey finish)

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