volkswagen id.3 gti 2026

Volkswagen ID.3 GTI 2026 is an upcoming by Volkswagen with an expected price of South African Rand in South Africa, all specs, features and Price on this page are unofficial, official price, and specs will be update on official announcement.

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volkswagen id.3 gti 2026 Specifications

The Volkswagen ID.3 GTI (2026) is a performance-oriented electric hot hatchback that brings iconic GTI dynamics to the MEB+ rear-wheel-drive platform. Powered by an upgraded rear electric motor delivering 326 hp (240 kW) and 545 Nm of torque, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.6 seconds. Equipped with a 79 kWh battery offering a range of up to 601 km (WLTP), DCC adaptive sports suspension, 183 kW DC fast charging, and classic GTI interior touches—including retro digital gauges—it combines electric efficiency with genuine hot-hatch performance.

Basic Info

Engine

Single Rear-Mounted High-Performance Electric Motor

Transmission

Single-Speed Direct-Drive Automatic

Vehicle Type

C-Segment Performance Electric Hot Hatchback

No. of Doors

5

Status

Release

Release Date

2026 Model Year

Fuel Type

Pure Electric

Colors

Tornado Red, Kings Red, Grenadilla Black, Moonstone Grey, Glacier White, & Metallic Accents

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight

4,334 lb / 1,966 kg

Overall Height

60.8 in / 1,544 mm

Overall Length

167.9 in / 4,265 mm

Overall Width

71.2 in / 1,809 mm

Wheelbase

108.9 in / 2,766 mm

Ground Clearance

5.3 in / 135 mm

Shoulder Room

Front: 54.8 in / Rear: 53.6 in

Headroom

Front: 40.1 in / Rear: 38.0 in

Legroom

Front: 41.2 in / Rear: 36.5 in

Hip Room

NA

Front Track

60.5 in / 1,536 mm

Rear Track

60.0 in / 1,524 mm

Engine & Battery

Power

326 hp (240 kW / 322 PS)

Torque

545 Nm / 402 lb-ft Instant Electric Torque

Battery Capacity

79 kWh Usable (84 kWh Gross) Liquid-Cooled NMC Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Battery Type

Liquid-Cooled Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) Battery Pack with Pre-conditioning

Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with GTI Performance Electronic Differential Lock

Wheels & Tires

Tire Size

215/50 R19 (Standard) | 235/40 R20 (GTI Performance)

Wheel Size

19-inch Alloy / 20-inch Alloy

Wheel Type

GTI 5-Spoke Aero Diamond-Cut Light Alloys

Steering

Turning Diameter

32.8 ft / 10.0 m

Steering Type

Speed-Sensitive Progressive Electric Power Steering (EPS)

Transmission

Gearbox

Single-Speed Fixed Reduction Gearbox

Transmission Type

Automatic

Performance

Top Speed

124 mph / 200 km/h

Acceleration (0-100 km/h)

5.6 seconds

Fuel Economy

City

NA

Highway

NA

Combined

NA

Capacities

Seating Capacity

5

Cargo Volume

47.2 cu ft / 1,336 L

Maximum Towing Capacity

2,200 lb / 1,000 kg

Fuel Tank Capacity

NA

Suspension

Front

Independent MacPherson Strut Suspension with DCC Adaptive Sport Dampers

Rear

Five-Link Independent Rear Suspension with Adaptive DCC Sport Tuning

Brakes

Brake Type

Front Ventilated Performance Disc Brakes / Rear Disc Brakes with Regenerative Drive

Brake System

4-Wheel ABS, EBD, Multi-Mode Regenerative One-Pedal Drive, EPB with Auto Hold, & ESC Sport Mode

Exterior Features

Alloy Wheels

Yes

Sun/Moon Roof

Yes

Spoiler

Yes

Front Camera

Yes

Rear Camera

Yes

Roof Antenna

Yes

Rear Parking Aid

Yes

Intermittent Wipers

Yes

Power Folding Mirrors

Yes

LED Headlights

Yes

Interior Features

Cruise Control

Yes

Alarm

Yes

Keyless Entry

Yes

Adjustable Steering Wheel

Yes

Parking Aid

Yes

Power Mirrors

Yes

Power Windows

Yes

Vanity Mirror

Yes

Power Steering

Yes

Keyless Start

Yes

Power Door Locks

Yes

Cup Holders

Yes

Glove Box

Yes

Digital Display

Yes

Heated Seats

Yes

Heated Steering Wheel

Yes

Climate Control

Yes

Normal/Sport Modes

Yes

Multi-Function Steering

Yes

Trip Computer

Yes

Anti-Theft System

Yes

Entertainment Features

Android Auto

Yes

Apple CarPlay

Yes

AM/FM Stereo

Yes

MP3 Player

Yes

Bluetooth

Yes

Navigation System

Yes

Voice Command

Yes

WiFi Hotspot

Yes

LCD

Yes

Speakers Front

Yes

Speakers Rear

Yes

Safety Features

Brake Assist

Yes

Electronic Stability Control

Yes

Child Safety Lock

Yes

Lane Departure Warning

Yes

ABS

Yes

Driver Airbags

Yes

Passenger Airbags

Yes

Pre-Collision System

Yes

Pedestrian Detection

Yes

Defogger

Yes

Road Sign Assist

Yes

Smart Stop Technology

Yes

Automatic High Beams

Yes

 

Update on 2026-10-01 10:31:34 Added on 2026-10-01 by Autogiz Staff
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