Volkswagen's Electric Revolution: How Are Their EVs Comparing to Tesla?

Volkswagen is well-known for its innovative and stylish vehicles, and now the German automaker is embracing electric technology in a big way. VW has recently unveiled a range of electric cars and SUVs, including the Volkswagen ID.3, ID.4 and ID.Buzz, and they’re on a mission to become the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer.

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But how do these cars stack up against Tesla's electric offerings? In this blog, we take a look at the VW electric car models and see how they compare.

Volkswagen Electric Vehicle Range

VW has released a range of EVs, all of which feature stylish, modern designs and plenty of high-tech features. The Volkswagen ID.3 is a compact, five-door hatchback, the ID.4 is an SUV, and the iconic VW microbus has been given a makeover in the form of the ID.Buzz. Here’s a quick look at some of the features and specs for each of these models:

Volkswagen ID.3

• Range: up to 342 miles
• Motor: 204 horsepower electric motor
• Battery: 45 kWh battery
• Charging: up to 125 kW charging
• Technology: 10” touchscreen display, wireless App-Connect
• Safety: Front Assist autonomous emergency braking

Volkswagen ID.4

• Range: up to 310 miles
• Motor: 201 horsepower electric motor
• Battery: 82 kWh battery
• Charging: up to 125 kW charging
• Technology: 10” touchscreen display, wireless App-Connect
• Safety: Front Assist autonomous emergency braking

Volkswagen ID.Buzz

• Range: up to 270 miles
• Motor: 201 horsepower electric motor
• Battery: 82 kWh battery
• Charging: up to 125 kW charging
• Technology: 10” touchscreen display, wireless App-Connect
• Safety: Front Assist autonomous emergency braking

How do VW EVs Compare to Tesla?

Tesla is the undisputed leader in the world of electric vehicles, and their cars are renowned for their performance, range, and high-tech features. So how do Volkswagen's electric models stack up? Let's take a look at some of the key features and stats for Tesla's cars and compare them to Volkswagen's offerings.

Range

• Tesla: The Tesla Model S Long Range is capable of up to 370 miles of range on a single charge.
• Volkswagen: The Volkswagen ID.3 has a range of up to 342 miles while the ID.4 and ID.Buzz offer up to 310 and 270 miles respectively.

Motor

• Tesla: The Tesla S Long Range has an electric motor of up to 518 horsepower.
• Volkswagen: The Volkswagen ID.3 and ID.4 have electric motors of up to 204 horsepower, while the ID.Buzz is up to 201 horsepower.

Charging

• Tesla: The Tesla Model S Long Range can charge up to 250kW.
• Volkswagen: The Volkswagen ID range can charge up to 125kW.

Technology

• Tesla: The Tesla Model S Long Range has a high-end, 17” touchscreen display, as well as Tesla Autopilot and Full Self-Driving capabilities.
• Volkswagen: The Volkswagen ID range has a 10” touchscreen display, as well as wireless App-Connect and autonomous emergency braking.

Summary

Volkswagen has made a big impression with its electric car range, and the vehicles offer a host of features to appeal to EV fans. However, when compared to Tesla's offerings, the VW EVs are slightly lacking in range, motor power and charging speed. That said, Volkswagen's EVs are still a great choice for those looking for an electric car with plenty of modern features and style.