With a length of 4261mm and a rear-mounted motor layout, the Volkswagen ID.3 has a range of 450km, and the Volkswagen ID.3 is suitable for families

With a budget limit of 150,000 yuan, the Volkswagen ID.3 (picture|Configuration|Inquiry) was selected as a hatchback NEV vehicle.Undoubtedly an option worth considering. Taking into account the vehicle's performance, equipment and after-sales service, the Volkswagen ID.3 shows good electric performance and driving experience in actual performance, making it one of the most popular models in this price segment.

The front design of the Volkswagen ID.3 shows a perfect combination of modernity and technology. The LED daytime running lights connect the large LED headlights on both sides, significantly improving visual recognition. In addition, the blacked-out continuous grille enhances the sporty and layered look. At high speeds, the concealed active closing grille automatically closes to reduce air resistance and thus optimize the vehicle's aerodynamics.

Viewed from the side, the Volkswagen ID.3 presents a full-bodied silhouette, with sleek lines and harmonious proportions. The use of chrome trim strips on the upper part of the windows and large silver panels at the D-pillar adds to the visual personality. In addition, recesses under the doors, as well as blackened windows and mirrors, further accentuate the car's sporty feel.

The rear part of the car shows a unique double color matching effect, and the overall shape is full and layered. The roof spoiler and high-mounted brake lights enhance the sportiness and safety. The taillights on both sides have a sleek design with a slightly blackened effect, which is highly recognizable when lit. The recessed design between the Volkswagen logo and the "ID.3" logo, as well as the trapezoidal recessed shape of the license plate frame area, complemented by the same trapezoidal rear bumper, further accentuate the visual hierarchy of the rear end.

The interior design is mainly simple and practical, with a classic T-shaped layout and clear functional distinction. The interior of the car is made of a large number of soft materials, supplemented by leather covering, to enhance the overall texture. The center console is equipped with a 10-inch floating LCD screen, and some physical buttons are retained below, which is convenient to operate. The three-spoke multifunction steering wheel supports four-way adjustment, while the 5.3-inch full LCD instrument cluster provides a good display.

The Volkswagen ID.3 measures 4,261 mm long, 1,778 mm wide, 1,568 mm high, and has a wheelbase of 2,765 mm. After adjusting the front seats, passengers with a height of 173 cm get a fist and a half of headroom. Entering the back row, the headroom is also one and a half punches, and the legroom reaches two fists, and the overall space performance is superior. In addition, the ID.3 has a boot volume of 385 litres, and the rear seats can be scaled down to a maximum of 1,267 litres, fully meeting the needs of daily cargo.

All Volkswagen ID.3 models come standard with a multi-function steering wheel, a 10-inch center display, a GPS navigation system, a Bluetooth car phone, and mobile phone connectivity mapping (with CarPlay and CarLife support). In addition, the vehicle is equipped with Internet of Vehicles, 4G network, OTA upgrade and voice recognition control system. In terms of safety features, front and rear parking radar, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, active braking, lane keeping assist and fatigue driving warning functions are all standard. The high-spec model is equipped with adaptive high and low beams, turn assist lights, 30-color interior ambient lighting and matrix lighting functions, which greatly improves the driving experience and safety.

The Volkswagen ID.3 is an electric vehicle with a rear-mounted rear-wheel drive single electric motor with a total power of 125 kW, a maximum torque of 310 Nm· meters, a top speed of 160 km/h, and a 0-50 km/h acceleration time of just 3 seconds. In addition, the ID.3 is equipped with a ternary lithium battery manufactured by CATL with a total battery capacity of 52.8 kWh. In CLTC mode, the car has an all-electric range of up to 450 km. It takes about 0.67 hours to charge the battery from 0 to 80% in fast charging mode and 8.5 hours in slow charging mode.

The Volkswagen ID.3 shows a positive dynamic response in terms of driving experience, with smooth acceleration from the start and abundant power output in the middle and rear sections, making it ideal for city commutes and short trips. Its chassis adopts MacPherson type front independent suspension and multi-link rear independent suspension, taking into account handling stability and ride comfort. When changing lanes for overtaking and cornering at high speeds, the suspension system performs excellently, and the chassis is solidly tuned, effectively filtering out road bumps, further enhancing the overall driving quality.

Overall, the Volkswagen ID.3 still has two core competencies: first, its driving experience shows the excellent texture of German cars, and second, the hatchback design evokes people's feelings for "steel cannons". In addition, the ID.3's interior space performance is good, and the overall design is quite attractive, although its sense of technology is relatively average, and it will be interesting to see if future models can improve this. From the point of view of a family car and the pursuit of driving quality, the ID.3 is undoubtedly worth a look.