Volkswagen has unveiled the electric ID.3 GTI, which the company describes as the most powerful GTI model in its 50-year history. The vehicle features a rear-axle electric motor delivering 240 kW, or 326 PS, and 545 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, with a top speed electronically limited to 200 km/h.
The car is equipped with a 79 kWh lithium-ion battery, offering a range of up to 601 km. The DC rapid charging system allows the battery to charge from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 29 minutes at a rate of up to 183 kW. The model includes an adaptive DCC sports chassis, progressive steering, and a dedicated GTI driving mode.
Design elements include 20-inch Wörthersee wheels, IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights, and the signature red GTI stripe. The interior features sport seats with a tartan pattern, a multifunction steering wheel with a red 12 o’clock marking, and a 12.9-inch infotainment display. The vehicle also supports a vehicle-to-load function via an optional adapter.
The ID.3 GTI will be available in five colors: Tornado Red, Moonstone Grey, Scale Silver metallic, Grenadilla Black metallic, and Glacier White metallic. Optional features include a Harman Kardon sound system, a panoramic sunroof, and advanced driver assistance systems like Park Assist Pro and the latest generation of Travel Assist.
