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Volkswagen ID.7

(2023 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

82
%
A

This model is still new so we don't have a Used Car Expert Rating score yet. Check back soon.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

73
%
B

Safety Rating:

96
%
A

Eco Rating:

100
%
-

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

72
%
B

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

82
%
A

This model is still new so we don't have a Used Car Expert Rating score yet. Check back soon.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

73
%
B

Safety Rating:

96
%
A

Eco Rating:

100
%
-

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

72
%
B

Summary


The Volkswagen ID.7 is a large all-electric saloon that arrived in the UK in late 2023, effectively an electric alternative to the company’s own Passat – just as the ID.3 is an electric alternative to the Golf.

The ID.7 has received a warm welcome from the British motoring media, mostly due to its comfortable ride, long range between charges and its well-mannered driving dynamics, as well as its five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.

Carbuyer’s Charlie Harvey notes that the ID.7 is comparable in terms of size to the BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE, and while those models “offer a much more premium package”, the ID.7 is considerably cheaper. In reality, its rivals are slightly smaller saloons like the Tesla Model 3, BMW i4 and Hyundai Ioniq 6.

The saloon’s most frequent criticism is a common across the ID range – fiddly touch-sensitive controls. “The ID.7 continues a concerning trend of making drivers spend more time using a touchscreen instead of buttons and knobs they can locate and twist without ever taking their eyes off the road”, says Dave Humphreys of The Sunday Times.

As of January 2025, the Volkswagen ID.7 holds a New Car Expert Rating of A with a score of 82%. This is currently one of the highest scores in our Expert Rating Index, although we won’t see reliability data for some time as it’s still a new model.

ID.7 highlights

  • Impressive battery range
  • Great safety rating
  • Relaxing long-distance cruiser
  • Spacious interior

ID.7 lowlights

  • Rather dull inside
  • Fiddly touch-sensitive controls
  • Not very fun to drive
  • Expensive to buy

Key specifications


Body style: Large saloon
Engines:
electric, battery-powered
Price:
From £55,870 on-road

Launched: Winter 2023/24
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA


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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2023
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 95%
Child protection: 88%
Vulnerable road users: 83%
Safety assist: 80%

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of January 2025, the Volkswagen ID.7 has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the ID.7 is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing whenever it ever takes place. Check back again soon.

Reliability rating

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No reliability rating

As of January 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Volkswagen ID.7 to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops. 

As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the ID.7, we’ll publish the results here.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Battery rangeAverageScoreVariationScore
EV models384 milesA383 – 384 milesA – A
Electrical efficiencyAverageScoreVariationScore
EV models4.7 m/KWhA4.6 – 4.7 m/KWhA – A
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models48D48 – 48D – D
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£246B
Year 2£501A
Year 3£760A
Year 4£1,004A
Year 5£1,263A
Overall£3,774A

The Volkswagen ID.7 should be a cost-effective car to run, according to whole life cost data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

Electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon in a petrol or diesel car) is excellent, which contributes to the ID.7’s excellent driving range between recharging stops.

Servicing costs for the first five years are very low for a car of this size and price, while the only poor result is the ID.7’s high insurance rating. However, this is likely to improve over time as insurers gather claims data from ID.7 customers.

Recalls


Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Volkswagen ID.7

Date: May 2024
Recall number: R/2024/221
Model types: All ID. 4 and ID.7 models
Build dates: 12/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 27
Defect: On VW ID.4 and ID.7 vehicles of a limited production period, the bolted connection of the front seats between backrest and seat pan may be incorrect. The restraint effect of the seat may be insufficient in the event of an accident. There is therefore an increased risk for occupants.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the bolts on both front seat backrests must be replaced.

As of January 2025, there has been one DVSA vehicle safety recalls on the Volkswagen ID.7, which covers a seat assembly issue.

Not all vehicles are affected by recalls. You can check to see if your car is included in any of the above recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Volkswagen dealer.

If your car is affected by a recall, the vehicle must be repaired and you should not be charged for any work required. If you are buying a used ID.7, you should insist that any outstanding recall work is completed before you take delivery of the vehicle.

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If you’re looking at the Volkswagen ID.7, you might also be interested in these alternatives.

BMW i4 | BYD SealHyundai Ioniq 6 | Kia EV6 | Polestar 2 | Tesla Model 3


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