Is Volkswagen Finally on Tesla’s Level?

With a range of up to 709 km on the Pro S model, the ID.7 from Volkswagen finally has strong arguments.

Volkswagen’s ambition for an electric future is genuine. One need only look at the investments made in the famed Emden factory (€1 billion) to be convinced. The new ID.7 was supposed to be the brand’s image of this flourishing future, but since its launch, it has struggled to impress.

This impressive electric sedan measures no less than 4.96 meters long and 1.86 meters wide, positioning it above the Model 3, just below the Model S. To power the large German sedan, there is an electric motor with 286 hp, which has received significant attention, such as water cooling in the outer casing, to avoid overheating issues. According to VW, overall efficiency has improved by 40% compared to other models in the ID range. Since its launch, it has featured a well-known 77 kWh battery, which would allow it to reach 615 km of range. But it is mainly the 86 kWh version that was eagerly anticipated. Equipping the upcoming ID.7 Pro S, it enables it to exceed 700 km of range, far surpassing the entire Tesla range!

Volkswagen is making significant efforts.

The new ID.7 Pro S versions, just like the new ID.7 GTX models, are now equipped as standard with this 86 kWh battery (gross capacity: 91 kWh). The ranges thus set new standards with 690 km for the new ID.7 Tourer Pro estate, while the coupe-styled sedan ID.7 Pro S reaches 709 km. In terms of equipment, the ID.7 Pro S and the ID.7 Tourer Pro S take inspiration from the Pro versions.

But range isn’t everything, and starting at €58,985, the ID.7 Pro S is significantly more appealing than a Mercedes EQS and quickly makes one forget its record range of 780 km. The Tesla Model 3 Highland is priced under €50,000 but does not offer the same performance as the German model. All of this certainly deserves a second chance for the ID.7.