Volkswagen Unveils Stylish ID.7 Tourer

Volkswagen introduces ID.7, a new electric car in the US, set to debut in the second half of this year.

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ID.7 serves as a successor to the popular Passat station wagon.

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The ID.7 Tourer is an electric alternative to the Passat Variant, designed for European markets.

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Inspired by the Space Vizzion concept, the ID.7 boasts a sleek design with an extended roofline and thin silver trim.

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Spacious interior: 19 cubic feet with rear seats up, 56 cubic feet with seats folded for the sedan;

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21 cubic feet and 61 cubic feet respectively for the wagon.

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Both the Tourer and sedan share the same underlying technology, including battery options.

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Optional 86.0 kWh battery offers up to 426 miles on a single charge, while the standard 77.0 kWh battery provides around 300 miles.

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Quick charging: Under 30 minutes from 10 to 80 percent with the larger battery.

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Features a 15.0-inch infotainment display with minimal physical buttons, supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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Production by GM in Germany alongside other ID models, with sales expected to start later this year.

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Despite initial promises, the ID.7 Tourer won't be available in the US until well after the sedan's release in 2024.

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