2025 Volkswagen ID.7 GTX showcasing its sporty design and aerodynamic profile

2025 Volkswagen ID.7 GTX: Performance Meets Electric Efficiency

Volkswagen introduces the high-performance GTX variant of its flagship electric sedan, combining sports car dynamics with impressive range.

By Jay Seem

Volkswagen has unveiled the GTX version of its flagship electric sedan, the 2025 ID.7 GTX, marking the brand’s commitment to delivering performance-oriented electric vehicles. This new variant combines the efficiency and technology of the standard ID.7 with enhanced power and driving dynamics characteristic of VW’s GTX performance line.

Performance Specifications

The ID.7 GTX sets new benchmarks for electric performance sedans:

  • Dual-motor all-wheel drive system
  • Combined output of 340 PS (335 horsepower)
  • Enhanced torque delivery for improved acceleration
  • 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in approximately 5.5 seconds
  • Top speed electronically limited to 112 mph (180 km/h)
  • Sport-tuned suspension with adaptive dampers
  • Selectable driving modes including a GTX-specific sport mode

Advanced Electric Architecture

Built on VW’s MEB platform, the ID.7 GTX features:

  • 77 kWh (net) battery pack
  • Up to 384 miles (618 km) WLTP range
  • 175 kW DC fast-charging capability
  • 10-80% charge in approximately 30 minutes
  • Intelligent thermal management system
  • Enhanced regenerative braking system
  • Heat pump for optimal efficiency

GTX-Specific Design Elements

The exterior design emphasizes the vehicle’s performance character:

  • Unique GTX front bumper with larger air intakes
  • GTX-specific LED light signature
  • Red brake calipers
  • 20-inch GTX-exclusive alloy wheels
  • Black roof and mirror caps
  • GTX badges and accents
  • Rear diffuser with integrated light bar

Interior and Technology

The cabin combines sportiness with premium comfort:

  • GTX-specific sport seats with integrated headrests
  • Red contrast stitching throughout
  • 15-inch central touchscreen with GTX-specific displays
  • Augmented reality head-up display
  • Digital cockpit with performance gauges
  • Sport steering wheel with GTX badging
  • Aluminum pedals and door sills
  • Premium sound system

Advanced Driver Assistance

The ID.7 GTX comes equipped with:

  • Travel Assist 2.5 with swarm data integration
  • Park Assist Plus with memory function
  • Area View 360-degree camera system
  • Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Lane Assist with active guidance
  • Emergency Assist
  • Side Assist with rear traffic alert

Connectivity and Features

Advanced technology integration includes:

  • Wireless App Connect
  • Over-the-air updates
  • Natural voice control
  • Wireless smartphone charging
  • Mobile key capability
  • Intelligent route planning with charging stops
  • Vehicle-to-home (V2H) capability

Pricing and Availability

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.7 GTX will be available in key markets:

  • European launch scheduled for summer 2024
  • Starting price expected around €65,000
  • Multiple trim levels with optional equipment packages
  • Initial availability in select European markets
  • North American launch timing to be announced

Market Position

The ID.7 GTX enters the growing performance electric vehicle segment, offering a compelling alternative to premium competitors. It maintains Volkswagen’s tradition of delivering accessible performance vehicles while showcasing the brand’s electric future. The GTX badge, representing the pinnacle of VW’s electric performance, positions this model as a technological flagship that combines everyday usability with engaging driving dynamics.

The vehicle demonstrates Volkswagen’s commitment to electrifying its performance lineup while maintaining the character and appeal that has made its GTI and R models so popular. With the ID.7 GTX, Volkswagen proves that the transition to electric mobility doesn’t mean sacrificing driving enjoyment.


Fun Fact: The ID.7 GTX’s aerodynamic design achieves a drag coefficient of just 0.23, making it one of the most aerodynamic production vehicles in Volkswagen’s history.