ADAC chose the ID.3 Pro S modification with a 77 kWh battery for the tests. Volkswagen officially guarantees a minimum of 70% battery capacity after eight years of operation or 160,000 km traveled, but the result turned out to be even better.
The test conditions were far from gentle. More than 40% of all charges took place at fast DC stations, and the car was often left with a full charge (100%) at the station for several days - which contradicts the recommendations for operating lithium-ion batteries.
This was the first endurance test of its kind for the ID. family model, conducted at the ADAC testing ground in Landsberg am Lech (Germany). The vehicle underwent regular checks on the condition of the battery, body and chassis. The chassis, suspension, and steering did not show significant wear despite the high mileage.
ADAC also recommends timely installation of software updates. During the test, the ID.3 received several updates, including an improved "Route Planner for Electric Vehicles," which takes into account battery charge, traffic, and forecasts along the route. One of the updates also unlocked the maximum charging power to 170 kW.
Moreover, the updates positively affected the energy efficiency of the vehicle, especially over short distances and at low temperatures (0-5°C), which also contributed to the increase in range.
As a result of the tests, ADAC specialists gave a positive assessment of the condition of the body and technical units, noting the high level of reliability of the ID.3 electric vehicle even after intensive use.
Source: Volkswagen
