Volkswagen unveiled the ID.3 GTX, a sports model of its battery electric vehicle (BEV), for the first time in the world on March 13, 2024 (local time).
About the Volkswagen battery EV “ID.3” GTX
There are two variants , the base model called the ” ID.3 GTX ” is equipped with a 282hp (286PS/210kW) motor and can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 6.0 seconds. It has a top speed of 180km/h. While this isn’t particularly fast for a conventional electric car or hot hatch, it is more powerful and accelerates faster than the previous ID.3 (the previous ID.3 had 201hp (204PS/150kW) and could accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 7.3 seconds).
The ID.3 GTX Performance pushes the boundaries of electric vehicles even further, boasting a 322hp (326PS/240kW) motor for 0-100km/h acceleration in 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 200km/h. This is slightly faster than the promised figure for the bi-motor all-wheel-drive ID.X hot hatch concept, and means the fastest ID.3 is faster than the single-motor Tesla Model 3 (which can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6.1 seconds ).
Both models are equipped with a 79kWh battery for a range of 373 miles (600km). Charging is possible with 175kW. The suspension is tuned to suit the individuality of each model. GTX Performance : Standard DCC adaptive dampers improve comfort and body control.
About the Volkswagen battery EV “ID.3” GTX exterior
The exterior gets several changes, including a redesigned front bumper, black mirror caps, roof trim, and an oversized mesh grille, while new 20-inch five-spoke Skagen wheels add a touch of individuality. At the rear, there’s a new gloss black diffuser, trick LED taillights, and GTX lettering in place of the standard ID.3 badging.
About the Volkswagen battery EV “ID.3” GTX interior
The interior may leave some GTI enthusiasts wanting more, with the lack of checkered seat fabric. The sports steering wheel features red stitching and chrome GTX lettering, while the factory sports seats feature red stitching and a GTX logo. Optional upgrades include ErgoActive performance seats with integrated headrests, power adjustment, and adjustable thigh support.
Like all ID.3 models, the GTX features a large 12.9-inch touchscreen with a redesigned menu system and illuminated heater sliders. It also includes a wellness app that lets you adjust the lighting, climate control, and audio system to refresh or calm your mood. It also includes the ChatGPT-powered voice assistant that VW is rolling out across all models.
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