Volkswagen is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with the ID.7, a mid-size sedan that aims to combine style, performance, and efficiency. The ID.7 is the successor to the Arteon, a gas-powered model that was discontinued in 2022. The ID.7 is based on the ID.Aero concept, which showcased Volkswagen’s vision of a futuristic and aerodynamic car.
The ID.7 is powered by Volkswagen’s new APP 500 drive system, which is integrated into the rear axle and offers higher efficiency and performance than the previous MEB platform. The APP 500 module consists of a pulse inverter, a dual-stage one-speed gearbox, and an electric motor that produces 282 horsepower and 402 pound-feet of torque. The ID.7 also features a large 82.0-kilowatt-hour battery (77.0 kWH usable), which gives it a range of 386 miles on the WLTP cycle. This is significantly more than the ID.4 SUV and the ID.Buzz minivan, which have a range of 250 and 300 miles, respectively.
At a DC quick-charging station, the ID.7 can charge at a rate of up to 175 kilowatts, regaining 127 miles after 10 minutes on the plug and able to go from 10% to 80% capacity in 28 minutes. When it’s time to get busy, the ID.7 hustles to 62 mph in 6.5 seconds, topping out at 112 mph.
These numbers are impressive for a family sedan, but they are expected to improve even further with the introduction of a dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant that will join the lineup later on.
The sedan has a MacPherson front axle and a five-link rear axle, supported by Volkswagen’s dynamic chassis control that optimizes the adjustable dampers for handling or comfort. The ID.7 also has a large 15.0-inch infotainment touchscreen and a head-up display that can project navigation instructions and key information such as vehicle speed. The interior is designed to be minimalist and elegant, with a digital cockpit and a multifunction steering wheel.
The ID.7 is expected to go on sale in the second half of 2024 as a 2025 model, with a starting price of around $40,000. The ID.7 is part of Volkswagen’s ambitious plan to become a global leader in electric mobility, with a goal of selling 1.5 million electric vehicles per year by 2025.
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