VW ID3 Review: The New Electric King?

Rory Reviews the VW ID3 electric car. Will it be the electric car we all need to wean us off petrol?

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[chrishyde]

Rory is one of the best reviewers. This was less than 10 mins and he gave a balanced review covering everything I needed to know.

[actuallypaulstanley]

I think Rory has matured so much since his TG time. It's due to Rory that I watch any AutoTrader YT videos! Great job Rory and whoever is operating the camera or drone; quality work every time.

[SkyOctopus]

I totally agree. Physical switches allow you to change things without ever taking your eyes off the road.

[christmas]

This is a really good honest review presented in a very pleasant and understandable way. I’d actually say this guy is the best care reviewer I’ve ever seen, no attempts at cynicism, comedy or other rubbish just a straight honest opinion.

[anaru]

that white steering wheel is going to look like a horrid grey blotchy mess after a few months.

[mxolisihlongwane]

I'm addicted to this channel because of this dude I'm from south Africa please upload at least 7 video a week

[maxx.a]

There's to much hate on this car. It's pretty good looking, great range, good price, excellent to drive and decent performance + rear wheel drive. Yes there's negatives but the positives are greater

[blazzz]

4:22 I remember 17 years ago, when Audi TTs and Z4s where doing those kind of 0-62 times and it was impressive. Now electric hatchbacks will do that no sweat. That's technology advancement right there

[CristianoWilliams]

I think it's time for "Knob gang" merch. #Bringbackknobs #knobslivesmatter

[KGDHMF]

No knobs?

This really rubs my knob in the wrong way.

Jokes aside, i think people would pay extra just to have a Volume dial and the back seat window switches.

[autonewstv]

*Refreshing to see such an honest review*

[darryl]

Spent some time this morning watching a few Auto Trader reviews and have been really impressed with the quality of both video production and presenting. Rory is very likeable and strikes a nice balance between informative and entertaining.

[eagdhj]

2 weeks owner of ID3 here and im so in love with the car! such a blast to drive!
Currently on 2 year lease plan (in sweden) for 360 USD/month, including taxes and serviceplan, very affordable imo

[IgboTIFOSI]

More knobs please. Still like this ID3. Great video Rory.

[alexjohnson]

Gone are the days you could feel for the buttons.... not taking your eyes off the road. Now you have to log in, say your not a robot by clicking bridges, and scan your thumb to turn the radio down. #knobgang 🤜🤛

[peterleid]

Thats why I watch ALL you motoring reviews Rory... honesty... straight talk... zero ambiguity... not beating around the bush.. I love it it.

[harsimranbansal]

Drum brakes at the back are actually better for EVs. Firstly they’re protected from the environment and won’t rust. Secondly, because EVs use regen braking, you almost never use the brakes, and if you do, it’s always going to put the weight to the front wheels. If it had disk brakes they’d rust and the pads would crack which is incredibly unsafe!

[OFFtheCHIZANE]

Rory’s reviews are great, keep them coming! Was surprised when he left TG as I thought he and Harris were both excellent. TG’s loss is AutoTrader’s gain I guess.

[BentoDeSago]

Thank you for the Smart review. Iv also hate when car manufacturers "evolve" to more complicated things. Knobs and dials are still the fastest, simple and safest way to control car while driving.

[zale]

For one pedal driving try to activate "Auto hold" in the menu. Brake pedal is automatically blending regeneration (to actual battery kW limit) and physical braking.