Volkswagen has released the first photos of the estate version of the upcoming all-electric top model ID.7. Along with the photos, the brand has also revealed the new name for the model: ID.7 Tourer. Set to launch in Europe in 2024, the ID.7 Tourer promises ample space and high efficiency, with the final design expected to be unveiled in the coming months.
Volkswagen is known for its successful estate models, and this tradition continues with the ID.7 Tourer. For over 60 years, practical models like the Variant or Shooting Brake (in the case of the Arteon) have been part of Volkswagen’s lineup. Now, the brand is giving a sneak peek at its first all-electric estate, which will make its debut in 2024.
Efficiency is a priority. The ID.7 Tourer prioritizes efficiency with its aerodynamic body, which is crucial for achieving long ranges. The previously unveiled ID.7 sedan, currently launching in Europe, boasts an impressive Cd-value of 0.23, and the ID.7 Tourer comes close with a Cd-value of 0.24. Despite the camouflage, the elongated hatchback version showcases an elegant and powerful design.
Camouflaged in autumn style. The camouflage foiling used on the ID.7 Tourer is inspired by the multi-layer paint of the ID.7 sedan, as revealed by Volkswagen at the CES in Las Vegas earlier this year. The imagery on the sticker features an Indian summer theme, and the QR codes at the rear seamlessly blend into the camouflage.
Spacious interior thanks to clever design. The ID.7 Tourer offers plenty of space inside, thanks to its short overhangs and long wheelbase. With five people on board, the boot volume can reach up to 545 liters when loaded up to the height of the rear seat backrest. Folding down the backrest can increase the cargo space to a maximum of 1,714 liters, thanks to the almost two-meter-long cargo area.
Similar to other models in the ID. family, the ID.7 Tourer is based on the MEB platform from the Volkswagen Group. This modular platform allows for short overhangs and a long wheelbase, benefiting the interior space. The result is an elegant full-sized hatchback version with ample room and an expanded trunk volume.
Production of the ID.7 Tourer, like the ID.7, will take place at the Volkswagen plant in Emden. Following the production of the ID.4, the ID.7 will be the second MEB-based model manufactured in the north-west region of Germany.