# VW ID.3 GTI: Electric's Most Powerful Hot Hatch

> Volkswagen's electric ID.3 GTI delivers 322bhp, the most powerful GTI ever, with rear-wheel drive and a retro performance twist.
- Title: VW ID.3 GTI: Electric's Most Powerful Hot Hatch · Dailymail
- Summary: Volkswagen's electric ID.3 GTI delivers 322bhp, the most powerful GTI ever, with rear-wheel drive and a retro performance twist. The ID.3 GTI is the most…
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- Published: 2026-09-16T12:40:41+00:00
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## VW's most powerful GTI
The new ID.3 GTI is the most potent GTI ever, producing 322bhp.

> It's the most powerful GTI yet, but it's electric.
## First electric GTI with rear-wheel drive
The ID.3 GTI is the first rear-wheel-drive model to carry the GTI badge.
## 322bhp electric motor
The rear-mounted electric motor delivers 322bhp, one more than the Golf GTI Edition 50.
## 0-62mph in 5.6 seconds
The ID.3 GTI accelerates from 0 to 62mph in 5.6 seconds, three tenths quicker than the Golf GTI.
## Retro driving mode
A new GTI driving mode provides a synthetic combustion engine sound and red cabin glow.
## Electric performance twist
The ID.3 GTI combines electric power with the classic GTI driving experience.
## Key takeaway

The ID.3 GTI is the most powerful GTI ever, with 322bhp and a retro driving experience for electric enthusiasts.