Fixing the range issue - Volkswagen ID.7 Review UK

[@matthewwebb8206]

Great video Tish.. Roll on the spring/summer 🤞

[@AutoSocialUK]

Tell me about it! Fed up of doom and gloom now! ☀️

[@justincase7109]

Clear and informative, Very nice review style !

[@sak1339]

Living in Texas, I appreciate a long distance cruiser, and I hope VW's American version lives up to that. In addition, our best charger network is the Tesla Supercharger network. So compatibility with it and the NACS standard is essential for sales. Great review, as always. I liked seeing the big rear space that seems suitable for tall passengers.

[@natetonbong]

Another master piece from you tish That is such a nice car

[@AutoSocialUK]

Why thank you Nate ☺️

[@use-oc4mj6n]

Great review and superb presentation Tish. Always enjoy watching your reviews 👍

[@simondehaas8784]

I really like this car but it's out of our budget. I'm just hoping they sell in decent numbers so there are some used examples for good prices in a couple of years. Nice review. It's longer than the standard Buzz by the way. I have a feeling it's the same length as the LWB Buzz that hasn't arrived yet.

[@shaun30-3-mg9zs]

Hi Tish, Great review, Thanks

[@AutoSocialUK]

Glad you liked it

[@Wolfman57]

Good review Tish, The only problem is they are too expensive for what they are !!!

[@DJAYPAZ]

Nice looking car. Huge boot space with a pass through and workable driving range. It is a large car, which is not a bad thing. The back seat legroom is limousine level. All I need is somewhere to park it.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

I notice Volkswagen is gonna launch a Tourer version of the ID.7, which I’m looking forward to.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Me too! I do like a Tourer!

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

@@AutoSocialUK I even heard it’s likely to be sold in Ireland, to make up for the demise of the Passat there.

[@hkad6252]

What range issues? I drive my ID3 all over Europe. Super easy, no problems. Love that car.

[@barriepountney3598]

I think it has a lot going for it with the better range now being offered but perhaps it's me I find the colours so dull and boring ,but the toys are certainly class 😊

[@krane15]

The ubiquitous German depressing gray interiors. But they do offer a few more colors.

[@richardhargrave6082]

Another great Review, Tish. No Heat Pump as standard is especially stingy

[@krane15]

Agreed. I know they want to keep the MSRP down, but buyers would be foolish not to tick that option box. Essential item, if you live in Canada or the northern U.S.

[@edmundhayes1840]

The rear seats give limo size space to stretch out

[@krane15]

I just wish the back of the front seats had more solid support rather than just the fabric that kids can kick through. They do look flimsy.

[@stack7660]

Beautiful, Tish.

[@krane15]

Have yet to see a pair of aero wheels I like and these are no exception to that rule. Still waiting for the GTX. @11:00I also feel the new infotainment is far too large. It interferes with the line of the dash giving it an extra off-the-shelf look. The width is fine, but its way too tall. I'd definitely choose the smaller display. One more thing, its really needs a power steering wheel. At this point, its already so close to luxury, it seems odd not to have it. If VW wants to set it apart from the others in its class, then give the center arm rest a storage box and iPad clamp (w/usb) on the rear of the front seats. Its those subtle touches that give reviewer something unexpected to talk about and make the car stand out. On the bright side, I prefer the seats with the separate head rests even though these are the most classy. @9:30 DCC = Dynamic Chassis Control. Aids in making the ride more compliant at Comfort setting. Yet firmer and more stable when set to Sport.

[@gleng6812]

Looking so good today Tish that you make that car look even more dull than it really is! 🤩

[@davidjohn05]

Another great video. Yes it's a lovely design and beautifully kitted out but I really do think they are very stingy not putting a heat pump in as standard

[@mattb4721]

Putting in something as standard would make the car cost more even for those who don't need or want the thing they put in. More options is surely better. What all manufacturers are doing instead these days, unfortunately, is packaging the options in expensive option bundles, forcing you to buy a lot of things you DON'T want, just to get the one thing you DO want. Not so with this heatpump, fortunately, which (if I understand correctly) can always be bought separately.

[@use-oc4mj6n]

I have one as my work vehicle for Uber. Very good car ❤

[@ISuperTed]

I tried an ID4 and an Enyaq a couple of years ago, but thought they were too expensive for what you got (company car so I just look at monthly cost). Looks like the same will apply for this car. I’d love a big tourer EV but it’s just likely to be way too much to lease. Saying that, there were some spectacular deals on the ID Buzz on our scheme a few months ago, so if these get the same might be possible. The sad reality though is if they do have great deals it means the car isn’t selling and they are giving massive discounts to fleets to shift them.

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review 😊

[@AutoSocialUK]

Glad you enjoyed! Have a great day!

[@mattb4721]

You said it is very dark in the back seats. I found it interesting that you and AutoEV are the first reviewers I have seen sitting in an ID.7 without the optional panoramic glass roof. In all the reviews from the Continent I've seen, the reviewers were given a model with the glass roof - which makes sense, because that roof is an absolute showpiece for VW (and I say that as someone who would never buy a car with a glass roof). Which makes me wonder why you were given a car without the glass roof? Which in turn makes me wonder if the glass roof is at all available with RHD cars at the moment? 🤔

[@AutoSocialUK]

They had a collection of different cars. I actually drove one with a sunroof but then had to swap into this one for filming in the afternoon. You can add the pan roof at a £2,100 option on all models.

[@krane15]

Do not like the trend of a sunroof that does not open.

[@Edvard.Munchkin]

I really want one of these!

[@v8interceptor134]

One thing nobody talks about is how much power is lost during charging which I believe can vary significantly from car to car , what I mean is that your electric meter says for instance 10kw has gone in but your car only has 9kw with the rest bring lost in the charging process , some manufacturers are saying up to 12% gets lost , please include this in the reviews and the fact that from the minute they are manufactured batteries are degrading and there is absolutely nothing you can do to stop it , this is another reason they do not want electric cars standing around , they are literally decomposing

[@kickstand801]

Right off the bat: the dimensions. I do love the overally profile of this car. It's got that extra width at the front, and the length is what you would expect from an "executive car." I am impressed with it's range, and that's what EVs are all about: going the distance! Now for the negatives. Firstly in terms of style, it looks like any other VW product and it doesn't separate itself from its engine counterparts. For example if you look at the Hyundai Ioniq 6, that streamline design completely separated it from any other car in its lineup, and it's way more aerodynamic looking. Secondly, a prop rod at this price point is unacceptable. Give me some hydraulic hood struts. Thirdly, this car only comes in two colours: blue and white. I'd like some more options please, thank you. Lastly the interior. While impressive in its own right, it's still a bit lacking when compared to the competition. Both the Ioniq 6 and the Mercedes EQE put the VW to shame, especially with their LED lighting and luxury. So it begs the question: is this car's superior range the competitive edge that needs to beat its rivals, or is it smarter to just buy one of the other Germans and/or the Ioniq 6? Great review. Two thumbs up.

[@nevillechant27]

Hi Tish , didn’t realise you were a Star Wars fan lol , great vlog as always

[@AutoSocialUK]

Hahaha what part? 😂😂

[@nevillechant27]

Darth Vader

[@laatu1234]

Loading space in ID.5 is approx. 530 liters.

[@MrGMawson2438]

Cheers love and great work China

[@mgcarmkm4520]

The infotainment screen is massive and a distraction in my opinion. The traditional drivers screen seems tiny in comparison. It's probably not a bad car but nowadays all cars are beginning to look exactly the same.

[@genepatrick4232]

16:02 It's a nice 👍 car, very big and spacious. The 15 inch screen would work better if it was install properly on the dashboard, love 💕 the big size screen,it looks better. But I wouldn't buy EV'S because they usually catch on fire. Petrol is the best choice right now.

[@richgl31]

I just don’t get the screen thing…why do they need to be huge? You only need to be able to see your immediate say nav map, rear view camera and Spotify etc. Such a cheap addition for car manufacturers - but instantly adds a premium price…

[@genepatrick4232]

@@richgl31 If it's too small you wouldn't see anything clearly and also distracts the driver from driving. Bigger is always better.

[@richgl31]

@@genepatrick4232 The distraction is there whatever size if you are turning your head/gaze away from directly in front of you. HUD is the best option. The point being made though is that aside from EV , car manufacturing is not really improving the ‘drive’ of vehicles and the actual functionality of the tech has not significantly progressed in the last 15 years. However a premium is attached for screens- but they are cheaper for manufacturers to produce (bolted on) rather than a designed cluster and supporting physical buttons (which are safer to use) integrated into the dashboard.

[@Tjcars100]

Is it worth it

[@krane15]

Compared to what? The Model Y?

[@GrahamReid34]

Straight away far to pricey and no heat pump, personally loved the review as ever Tish, I’d take a BYD seal over this

[@AutoSocialUK]

I really need to add the BYD seal to my list of cars to cover!!

[@krane15]

The Seal is cheap? What does it give you that the ID-7 does not?

[@IMAN7THRYLOS]

This is not a car. This is a status symbol. How about the software? The ID.4 had received a lot of complaints about glitchy infotainment software. Does ID.7 have any similar issues?

[@sharonec5419]

Lol 😂 . Not much of a status symbol so.

[@IMAN7THRYLOS]

@@sharonec5419 Not many can afford that car.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I did play around with the infotainment system for awhile, and it seems head and shoulders above the previous generation. However, only time will tell how it fairs overtime.

[@kostask.9146]

Nice car but i think id4 is more practical and more beautiful!

[@conogrady9254]

If it 🌨 snows...you'll be found!❤😅😏🤭💋

[@ohyesitsme]

Great review thanks but you haven't mentioned the negatives with this car. As with all VW's everything is an additional add on. They are still using those haptic buttons on the steering wheel and slider controls on the screen for the heating and ventilation. I also noticed that they are usuing a simple strut to prop the bonnet up, come on VW even the Dacia Duster has gas struts. The drag coefficient isn't that wonderful, my 2020 Ioniq has a lower value. Why, in this day and age do you have to buy a heat pump, I think VW need to up their game, Looks OK interior but the styling is bland.

[@jenny80myles]

How is the Ioniq's 0.24 better than the I D. 7's 0.23?

[@AutoSocialUK]

There was quite a lot I wish I could have elaborated on but I didn’t have ages with the car. They are using haptic buttons on the steering wheel for now, but I promise you I’ve gotten really used to them. The climate control is also now back lit. All ID.7’s come with an electric boot. I do agree, however that many things should be standard and it’s not perfect. I do think it feels more Premium than the Ioniq 6.

[@simondehaas8784]

Some people are over obsessed with heat pumps. They only make a small difference, at the cost of extra complexity. You have always been able to option them on ID cars but the vast majority of people in the UK don't because they don't get close to earning back the upfront cost. They are only worthwhile for edge cases where having 5-10% extra range in winter is really important. Battery Life (youtube) has bought an ID7 without a heat pump and tested it against at Model Y and Ioniq 6 with heat pump. For efficiency it actually beat the Model Y and was on par with the Ioniq 6, both in cold weather.

[@timmurphy5541]

I tried the haptic buttons at a show and really couldn't work out why there was so much focus on that -they seemed no big deal to me.

[@colinlumsden9784]

I'm sure it's a lovely, well built car. However, it's just as dull as dishwater. As exciting as a bowl of porridge. Where's the flair?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes and the colour options don’t do it much favour either…

[@Tauraco00]

Nice🎉

[@stewartmungin5166]

"Lots of clever technology", yet it's another hatchback with no rear wiper. If heat pump isn't standard, I take it PTC heater isn't either.

[@sharonec5419]

What head of design at VW Tish lol? They are all the same.

[@Shadow-jo5yf]

One of the biggest cons carried of all time. The price of this and equally of others is ridiculous.

[@krane15]

Because?

[@willsmyth639]

So this is £20,000 more expensive than a new Passat seriously that’s just stupid money we’re into now and why is most new family electric cars around £40,000 - £50,000. Most families don’t have that sort of money to spend, the usual car manufacturers need to wise up as they will become less and less on our roads as china will takeover and it will be good to get cheaper competition hopefully to lower their prices

[@Keplaves]

Not a family car it is the range topping luxury car and is priced accordingly. This isn't for the average person. That is the id3 or id4. That is why there is a range of cars.

[@PenFriends]

You’ll find depreciation costs and apr deals on pcp will make things more manageable going forwards.

[@P.J.B.769]

12k off a vehicle only suggests one thing to me that's is that they can't give them away and the EV idea is dead. Why bother when we have a 5 year extension on the ban. No thank you i will stick with my petrol. 2 mins to fill up and 600 mile range with no anxiety issues. Nice looking car though i admit.....But just stick an engine in it!! Great video as usual though Tish.

[@mykehoole5787]

How many petrol cars have a range of 600 miles?

[@ObiePaddles]

@@mykehoole5787how many bladders have a 600 mile range?

[@AutoSocialUK]

I think it’s less about the EV market being dead and more about Volkswagen, realising that they need to reduce their cars to be competitive. I genuinely think that with these discounts, it makes them and extremely strong Arthur against rivals.

[@P.J.B.769]

@@mykehoole5787 Mine for one mate. 1.0 T-ROC does it regularly driven wisely. Cracker little car

[@Nomanspie]

The entire car industry is struggling. Not just EVs. People aren't buying new cars at the rate they were before, because of the increasing cost of everything. And the statement "the ev thing is dead" is nonsense. In the UK alone, between 2016 and 2023, ev sales have increased from 0.4% of cars on the road to 16.5%. In the US, 1.2 million evs were sold last year and world wide this year, the electric car market is estimated to be heading for a net worth of over 600 billion dollars. Now tell me the EV thing is dead.

[@paulgraham2194]

Good Morning !!!!! First xx

[@AutoSocialUK]

Good morning! Hope you’re well?

[@paulgraham2194]

I am thank you@@AutoSocialUK always nice to see a new vid from you. Concise and informative as always. Keep up the brilliant work 🤩

[@lew7676]

I like EV’s, I have one along side a normal ICE, and it gives the best of both worlds. Honestly though, goodness me VW really are lost. The ID range is just so neutral and boring, unless you are a VW fan you could easily mistake one model for another. So many better EV’s (or ice?) that I could think of spending £50k on (or whatever it is after discount) at the moment. Tish touched on the problem with EV’s, people don’t like change and taking that opinion to a next level I think it will take many generations to let go of Oil to power our personal transport.

[@f1b1777]

That arm rest at back with cup holder is Extremely Bad design the cup holder should be at the end Not middle of the armrest . How is the voice women on car is Not the Richest person as her voice is on Every car Ice or EV lol. As for EV I would wait till 2030 before buying as hopefully solid state batteries or better be ready and more importantly the charging network be working fully and more of them .

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

How to fix the range issue - Buy a diesel. 🤨

[@peterarmstrong3853]

Overpriced, looks like a big shoe and very underpowered compared to it's rivals.

[@krane15]

Compared to what?

[@peterarmstrong3853]

@@krane15 2 of many that springs to mind... Byd seal and Tesla 3. Both 30% more efficient, faster, look better and cheaper....

[@ElRel]

​@@peterarmstrong3853it's way bigger than the model 3. Anyhow I've ordered one and looking forward to getting it.