Charging Costs
Cost to Charge Volkswagen ID.3 in United Kingdom
Updated March 2026
The Volkswagen ID.3 has a 59 kWh battery and consumes about 162 Wh/km, delivering a solid 365 km range for a compact hatchback. Its moderate battery size keeps charging costs reasonable on any charger. Drivers using our app report that the ID.3 is one of the more affordable EVs to charge, especially with consistent home charging. In United Kingdom, average home electricity costs around €0.29/kWh and DC fast charging averages €0.89/kWh. These are estimates. Always check your vehicle's manual for exact specifications.
Charging costs vary significantly depending on your electricity tariff, time of day, charging network, subscription, and location. The numbers below are estimates based on average prices in United Kingdom and may not reflect what you actually pay. Always check your network's app for current pricing.
Home charging
€4.44
per 100 km
Public AC
€8.11
per 100 km
DC fast charging
€13.62
per 100 km
Detailed Breakdown
| Home | Public AC | DC Fast | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per kWh | €0.29 | €0.53 | €0.89 |
| Cost per 100 km | €4.44 | €8.11 | €13.62 |
| Full charge (0-100%) | €17.11 | - | €52.51 |
| Monthly (1,250 km) | €55 | - | €170 |
Compared to Petrol
- Volkswagen ID.3 (home charging)
- €4.44 / 100 km
- Comparable petrol car (7 L/100 km)
- €11.90 / 100 km
- Estimated annual savings (15,000 km/year)
- €1119
Based on approximate average fuel and electricity prices. Actual savings depend on your tariff, driving patterns, and fuel costs.
Tips to Reduce Charging Costs
- Charge at home on a wallbox whenever possible. The ID.3's 59 kWh battery can fully charge overnight on an 11 kW home charger, and home electricity rates are typically much cheaper than public charging.
- Use the ID.3's scheduled charging in the We Connect app to delay charging to off-peak hours. Set your departure time, and the car calculates when to start.
- At DC fast chargers, the ID.3 supports up to 165 kW, but the curve drops above 55-60%. Consider stopping at 80% to avoid paying for slow, expensive top-up charging.
- If the ID.3 is your daily commuter with a round trip under 100 km, you only need to charge two or three times a week at home. This reduces wear on the battery and keeps costs low.
- Check your tire pressure monthly. The ID.3 is a lightweight hatchback, and even slightly underinflated tires push consumption above 162 Wh/km, increasing your cost per kilometer.
For everyday driving, home charging at 80% is the sweet spot for cost and battery longevity. The ID.3's compact battery makes home charging quick and affordable. Use public fast chargers mainly for longer trips, and try to arrive at them with a lower state of charge (under 20%) so you spend most of your time in the fast part of the charging curve.
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