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SAIC Volkswagen officially launched its highly anticipated ID.3 GTX Package last night, on June 14, at the "ONLY ID." themed ID. Festival in Guangzhou.

This launch, which followed a significant ramp-up in production, marks a new chapter for the ID.3, bringing enhanced sportiness, personalization, and "playability" to the pure electric compact car.

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The new ID.3 GTX Package is available in two distinct versions: the Outstanding Edition GTX Package and the Ultimate Intelligent Edition GTX Package.

For a limited time, these models are offered at attractive "all-in-one" prices starting from 137,388 RMB (c. 19,000 USD) and 144,888 RMB (c. 20,000 USD), respectively.

As a special incentive, the first 50 customers will receive a "Legendary Journey" limited edition car wrap, emphasizing the model's unique appeal.

Having been showcased earlier at the 2025 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Auto Show, the ID.3 GTX Package has generated considerable buzz.

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Photos shared by 42HOW revealed mass production of the vehicle, which differs slightly from its overseas counterpart.

The ID.3 has been on sale in China since late 2021 and has been Volkswagen’s most affordable and best-selling electric vehicle. Last May, the ID.3 sold 4,217 vehicles.

Visually, the ID.3 GTX Package fully embodies GT styling with an exclusive, multi-layered metallic paint in GT Red, which enhances the vehicle's three-dimensional and agile appearance.

The exterior features GTX high-gloss black sport trim, a honeycomb-patterned front bumper, and a diamond-mesh grille for a sharper, more dynamic front fascia.

The new rear bumper design and high-gloss painted side welcome strips create a premium GT sport ambiance, complemented by striking 20-inch "Surging Hurricane" wheels.

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The interior is equally striking with a dark red-stitched perforated microfiber sport seat and vibrant crimson stitching throughout the cabin.

In terms of technical specifications, the ID.3 GTX Package largely maintains the ID.3's existing electric drivetrain but with strategic enhancements.

It features a 125kW (170 hp) rear-wheel-drive motor paired with a 53.6kWh battery pack, delivering a CLTC range of 451km.

The car's dimensions have seen a subtle adjustment, with the length increasing from 4,261mm to 4,266mm, while maintaining its impressive 4.7m ultra-small turning radius and brisk 0-50km/h acceleration in 3.1 seconds, alongside a rear five-link independent suspension.

Functionally, the GTX Package surpasses the ID.3 2025 Smart Edition, with the Outstanding Edition gaining full LED matrix headlights, front seat ventilation and heating, and a digital key. The Ultimate Intelligent Edition further incorporates AR-HUD intelligent navigation.

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SAIC Volkswagen also took the opportunity at the ID. Festival to unveil the ID.3 GTX Package Official Custom Concept Car, showcasing a "Cyber Lightning" car wrap, GT exclusive front lip, illuminated front "fang" lights, a large GT rear wing, "X"-shaped taillights, and 20-inch smoked forged wheels with high-gloss aluminum rims.

The company plans to offer a range of official, legally compliant personalized production-ready custom parts to fulfill "equal access to customization dreams."

This launch is a testament to the SAIC Volkswagen joint venture, a long-standing partnership between Chinese state-owned automaker SAIC Motor and German automotive giant Volkswagen Group. This joint venture, established in 1984, was one of the first automotive joint ventures in China and has been instrumental in localizing Volkswagen models for the Chinese market.

Beyond SAIC Volkswagen, the Volkswagen Group operates another significant joint venture in China: FAW-Volkswagen. Established in 1991 with China FAW Group, this partnership also produces a wide range of Volkswagen, Audi, and Jetta vehicles, demonstrating Volkswagen's extensive and deeply embedded presence in the world's largest automotive market.