2025 Preview: Meet the All-Electric Volkswagen ID.7

Getting to Know the First Volkswagen Electric Sedan and What to Expect

For the past three years, Volkswagen has had exactly one all-electric option in its North American catalog of vehicles – the VW ID.4. Fortunately, their lone EV has gotten a lot of mileage in terms of success. It was named the 2021 World Car of the Year Award winner and has proven to be a best seller for the VW brand.

Of course, once the all-electric SUV was deemed a certified success, that had many reviewers and drivers asking the same question, “Where’s the sedan version?”

It took a few years, but the Volkswagen Group recently unveiled the 2025 VW ID.7, which will be the first all-electric VW sedan available in North America. Here’s what we know so far.

The Volkswagen Electric Sedan Improves Upon the VW ID.4

Aesthetically, the VW ID.7 is a gorgeous car. It practically redefines the meaning of “sleek” with its aerodynamic design, clean lines, and ultra-refined futuristic style. Car industry folks are already hailing it as a worthy competitor to the Tesla Model 3.

A big part of the acclaim is due to the noticeable improvements over the VW ID.4 in terms of performance and max driving range. The Pro model of the VW ID.4 can get up to 275 miles on a single charge. By comparison, it is estimated the VW ID.7 will get up to 435 miles on a single charge.

Further, the new all-electric VW sedan is estimated to deliver 282 horsepower and a whopping 402 lb-ft of torque. If those estimates are accurate, that would make the Volkswagen ID.7 the speediest most powerful VW electric vehicle in their arsenal.

Futuristic Features Are Coming

The unveiling of the Volkswagen electric sedan gave the German automaker an opportunity to showcase some new features seen for the very first time. Drivers who value a customizable cabin experience are in for a treat with the new panoramic sunroof with smart glass. It can be set to dim automatically or be controlled with the touch of the button.

The VW ID.7 will also include an augmented reality head-up display which projects images, text, and 3D animations onto the windshield. Navigation directions, speed limits, and warning signals will be gorgeously displayed in the driver’s field of view. They strike the perfect balance of being clear enough to recognize without being overpowering or distracting. It’s a great feature for those who are tired of referring to a secondary screen for their navigation directions.

Other new features being rolled out on the VW ID.7 include a 15-inch infotainment touchscreen display (the largest size yet), an upgraded climate control system, seating with built-in massage function, backlit touch slider controls, and a 700-watt Harman Kardon sound system. Blade Runner fans will get a kick out of all the new futuristic tech the ID.7 delivers.

Volkswagen Electric Sedan Pricing and Release Info

As is the case with VW electric vehicles, the VW ID.7 will come in multiple trim levels. According to reporting from Car and Driver, the VW ID.7 will be available in a base trim, Pro trim, Pro S trim, and Pro S Plus trim. Car and Driver estimates the base trim will have a starting MSRP of approximately $55,000, and that the high-end model will go for approximately $63,000. However, these numbers are subject to change once Volkswagen officially releases the pricing structure and trim level breakdown.

Regarding the release of the VW ID.7, it is estimated that the 2025 model will go on sale sometime in 2024. Similar to the VW ID.4 rollout, buyers will be able to reserve and build the VW ID.7 of their choice through the official Volkswagen website. Of course, dealerships will all get a limited initial shipment of the new Volkswagen electric sedans in various trims and colors.

How to Learn More About the New VW Sedan

The story of the VW ID.7 is still developing, and there’s a long way to go before it arrives at dealerships so drivers can test drive it. Those who are looking to be kept in the loop about the latest news pertaining to the VW ID.7 are encouraged to visit the VW website and request to be added to the mailing list.

Volkswagen also has a dedicated page for the VW ID.7 where visitors can check out exterior and interior galleries and read relevant articles to VW electric sedans and SUVs. Those who are interested in seeing a Volkswagen electric vehicle in person are encouraged to reach out to their local VW dealership.

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