• Excellent range figures
• Fast charging speed
• Long service intervals

What are the running costs?

Electric running costs are much lower than petrol or diesel estates of this size. Even the performance-focused ID.7 GTX can exceed 3.5 miles per kWh in real-world driving. That makes it cheaper to run than a BMW i5 Touring or Tesla Model 3.

The Pro S’s 424-mile WLTP driving range means fewer charging stops, which helps keep costs down on longer journeys. Energy tariffs will have the biggest effect on cost per mile, but at off-peak rates the ID.7 is very affordable to run.

Insurance is at the higher end of the scale, reflecting its price and performance. Servicing costs are lower than combustion cars as there are fewer moving parts.

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Range and charging

All ID.7 Tourers can charge at up to 200kW using a DC fast charger. That means 10-to-80% can be done in less than 30 minutes. On an 11kW home wallbox, a full charge takes around nine hours.

Efficiency is strong too. The Pro version’s claimed range beats the Tesla Model 3 and only just falls short of the much pricier Mercedes-Benz EQS.

Servicing and warranty

Volkswagen offers a three-year warranty on the car and an eight-year warranty on the battery. Service intervals are every two years or 20,000 miles, whichever comes first.

The dealer network is extensive, with most major towns and cities covered. Service plans can be purchased to spread the cost, and VW also offers online service booking.

The battery warranty is competitive, covering against significant capacity loss. This adds peace of mind for buyers worried about long-term degradation.

Reliability

• Still a relatively new model
• Early signs positive
• Proven VW tech

It’s too soon to judge long-term reliability, as the ID.7 only launched in 2024. However, it uses well-proven VW Group components that have already appeared in the ID.4, ID.Buzz and Audi Q4 E-Tron. Build quality feels much improved over earlier Volkswagen EVs, which should help avoid some of the niggles seen in cars like the earlier ID.3 hatchback.

Software glitches remain the main concern. Volkswagen has worked hard to fix issues, but updates are still being rolled out. Buyers should expect over-the-air software improvements during ownership – and it has to be said that we had no issues with our long-term test car.