Volkswagen ID.7: A Comprehensive Review
Following the successful launch of its initial ID vehicles, Volkswagen introduces the ID.7, a flagship model in its electric mobility lineup. Let’s put it to the test!
Presentation of the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
With a length of 4.96 meters, the new ID.7 competes in size with large cars like the Porsche Taycan, BYD Han, and Tesla Model S. It features one of the largest applications of the MEB platform, shared with other electric vehicles within the Volkswagen group.
The ID.7 boasts a 77 kWh battery, provided by SK On, enabling fast charging up to 170 kW. The rear-mounted AP550 electric motor generates 286 hp and 545 Nm of torque, offering impressive performance and efficiency.
This configuration allows the ID.7 to achieve a maximum range of 616 km with a consumption of 12.5 kWh/100 km. In real-world tests, it reached 588 km under various conditions, including equipped with 20-inch wheels.
Additional Data
- Peak Power: 286 hp – 210 kW
- Net Power: 121 hp – 89 kW
- Curb Weight: 2,097 kg
- Weight/Power Ratio: 7.65 kg/hp
- AC Charging: 11 kW – 8 hours
- DC Fast Charging: 170 kW – 27 minutes (10-80%)
- Tires: Continental EcoContact 6 Q – 235/45 R20
All Consumption Measurements of the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro
Mixed Range: 503 km
On a mixed route at 14°C, the ID.7 achieved an average consumption of 15.5 kWh/100 km, providing an estimated total range of 497 km. With exceptional efficiency, it is among the top performers in its category, comparable to the Hyundai Ioniq 6.
| City | Highway | Combined | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Consumption (kWh/100 km) | 13.3 | 17.9 | 15.3 | 15.3 |
| Theoretical Total Range (km) | 579 | 430 | 520 | 503 |