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Volkswagen unveils the Volkswagen ID.7, a business sedan that replaces the Volkswagen Passat and ushers in a new era of popular electric sedans

VW's electrified flagship sedan sets new standards in range, performance and luxury

Volkswagen ID.7
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Volkswagen's long-awaited ID.7 electric sedan is finally here. Boasting an impressive range, innovative technology and luxurious comfort, the ID.7 will revolutionize the electric vehicle market. At the same time, he is retiring the Volkswagen Passat model, a car that is one of the most popular in many countries.

Volkswagen has unveiled its all-new flagship electric sedan Volkswagen The ID.7 promises to bring a new level of luxury, offering and technology to the electric vehicle market. Volkswagen ID.7, scheduled to hit the roads of Europe and China in the fall of 2023 and North America in 2024, is poised to challenge the established players and redefine what it means to drive an electric sedan.

Photo: Volkswagen
Photo: Volkswagen
Photo: Volkswagen
Photo: Volkswagen

Available in two versions – Pro and Pro S – both models boast a powerful electric motor with power 282 horsepower (210 kW). The Pro equipment has a gross capacity battery 82.0 kWh (77.0 kWh net), providing an estimated WLTP cycle range of 382 miles (615 kilometers). Equipped with 170 kW DC charging, this equipment offers a competitive advantage in charging speeds.




Equipment Pro S this is enhanced by a larger battery with 91.0kWh gross capacity (86.0kWh net) allowing for an incredible estimated 435 miles (700 km) reach. The DC charging capacity in this equipment is also improved and reaches 200 kW.

It measures dimensionally Volkswagen ID.7 at 195.3 inches (4,961 mm) in length and has a 116.8-inch (2,966 mm) wheelbase, putting it in direct competition with the Mercedes-Benz EQE electric sedan. The drag coefficient of the body is only 0.23 cV, depending on the selected equipment. Of course, we praise the cobblers, because Volkswagen has finally begun to realize its importance in electric mobility. This is by far the best coefficient of resistance in the entire sales line of vehicles.

It's inside ID.7 equipped as standard with an augmented reality display (HUD) and a simplified instrument panel. The HUD displays essential information such as vehicle speed, lane markings and distance information at various distances from the driver. A 15.0-inch infotainment system sits in the center of the dashboard, and illuminated touch sliders allow easy adjustment of cabin temperature and audio volume.

Advanced system Travel Assist ID.7 offers adaptive cruise control, lane change assist and automatic speed limit detection. It also features an innovative climate system, voice control and high-tech seats with up to 14-way electric adjustment, Climatronic function and a massage system with 10 airbags.

Optional panoramic sunroof uses smart glass technology that allows you to switch between opaque and transparent modes via a button or voice control.

The ID.7 will be produced at the Volkswagen factory Emden in Germany for the European and North American markets. The start of production is expected in the second half of the year. No pricing details are available for either region, but the ID.7 is expected to be priced competitively in US dollars and Euros.

With yours impressive reach, innovative technology and luxurious features will make the Volkswagen ID.7 very famous on the electric vehicle market. As the world moves towards sustainable transport, the ID.7 is a shining example of how far electric vehicles have come and where they are headed.

Although ID.7 compared to some luxury electric sedans like the Mercedes-Benz EQE lags behind in terms of performance figures, it seems like a rational decision by the manufacturer. It should be noted, however, that even the basic Tesla 3 is a car that offers more "horsepower" than the new Passat. And it is in these details that Tesla still seems to be ahead of the competition.

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