In the German manufacturer’s lineup, the electric Volkswagen ID.7 took the position of the Volkswagen Passat sedan. Only the most recent models in the range with internal combustion engines are offered. However, that doesn’t stop the Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer, the ID.7’s family member, from making its debut.
It is one of the few electric family cars available, measuring 4.96 metres in length and having a trunk capacity ranging from 545 to 1,714 litres. This adds to the 4.64-meter Peugeot E-308 SW, 5.06-meter BMW i5 Touring, and 4.60-meter MG 5.
The base price of the Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer, which has a single finish and one mechanical configuration, is 58,775 euros, which is 1,700 euros higher than that of the ID.7 sedan.
Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer: 1 engine, 2 finishes
The ID.7 Tourer follows the same mechanical layout and is no different. That is to say, the maximum range on the WLTP cycle for the Tourer is 606 km (616 km) with a 286 HP engine on the rear axle coupled to a 77 kWh effective battery (82 kWh total). In the upcoming months, a GTX variant with all-wheel drive and 340 horsepower will be added to the range.
The ID.7 Tourer’s strength is its cargo volume, which is one of the reasons it’s a family car that people can like despite its unassuming appearance. There is 545 litres of storage capacity available in the current setup.
Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer 9
Thus, it is comparable to the BMW i5 Touring’s 570 litres, which is 10 centimetres longer than the Volkswagen (5.06 metres for the BMW and 4.96 metres for the Volkswagen). Strangely, even though the ID.7 sedan is 4 cm shorter (4.92 m) than the Passat SW, its volume is 145 litres less and 7 litres greater.
The ID.7 Tourer has adjustable rear seatback angles to make up for its small baggage room. The luggage capacity rises to 605 litres when the vehicle is fully upright, however, passenger comfort with the 90° backrest is negatively impacted.
The rear seat of a Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer
Pro and Pro “More” finishes are two further ways that the Tourer body differs from the Volkswagen ID.7 sedan. Due to more extensive standard equipment, the ID.7 Tourer’s ultimate price is 61,820 euros.
Dashboard of the Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer
The ID.7 comes with 19-inch light alloy wheels, a head-up display with augmented reality, lane-keeping assistance (called “Lane Assist”), lane change assistance (called “Side Assist”), and a parking exit feature starting with the Pro trim level. The rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, and assistance devices are all included. In addition to the entertainment system, it has the ChatGPT artificial intelligence software and is wirelessly compatible with Android Auto and CarPlay.
Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer
Volkswagen lists the Plus Interior Package (4,975 euros) and “ErgoActive front seats” with electronic adjustment, memory, and access assist as optional options. The heat pump that “optimises autonomy” is quoted at 1,075 euros. The 700W Harman Kardon sound system with subwoofer, side, head, front, and centre airbags, adjustable thigh support and massage function are all included.
The Pro “More” finish adds a 360° vision camera, a 15-inch touch screen, electronically adjustable front seats with memory and massage capabilities, tailgate electric trunk opening and closing, and three zones. It also includes Matrix LED headlights with Dynamic High Beam Assistant. control of the climate.