VW.ID3: Über 300 PS aus dem Heck – So macht VW das Elektroauto zum GTI
Das Kürzel GTI war bislang den Verbrennern vorbehalten. Mit dem ID.3 bekommt nun auch ein Elektromodell ein sportliches Update. Und das hat es in sich.
Volkswagen plans to make its electric GTI model, the ID.3, available for order from early 2027. This compact electric vehicle will feature a 240 kW/326 PS powerful rear-drive system, capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, with a top speed of up to 200 km/h. The 79 kWh battery pack provides over 600 kilometers of range. The charging power is limited to 183 kW, meaning it takes just under half an hour to charge from 10 to 80 percent.
The ID.3 GTI will have sportier attributes, including 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels, DCC sport suspension, and matrix-LED headlights. The vehicle retains classic GTI identifiers like red accents, a coupe-style design, and the signature Tornadorot color. Technically, the ID.3 GTI offers more than a standard ID.3, with an upgraded sport suspension, direct steering, and a dedicated GTI mode.
A launch control feature allows the powerful rear-drive system to deliver 545 Newton meters of torque for a more impactful acceleration onto the road.
Pricing for the ID.3 GTI has not yet been announced by Volkswagen, but it is expected to cost around 50,000 euros. The efficiency of this electric compact sports car is achieved through a modified Polo engine.
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