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VW ID.7 vs Lotus Eletre - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (46400 £ vs 85700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 or Lotus Eletre?

VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Lotus Eletre

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.7 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46400 £, while the Lotus Eletre costs 85700 £. That’s a price difference of around 39330 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7: with 13.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Lotus Eletre with 22.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 8.90 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.7 performs a bit better – achieving up to 708 km, about 138 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre has a significantly edge – offering 918 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 578 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Eletre performs noticeable better – reaching 265 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Eletre pulls noticeable stronger with 985 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 306 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, VW ID.7 is somewhat lighter – 2180 kg compared to 2565 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers evident more room – 688 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 performs minimal better – up to 1586 L, which is about 54 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Eletre slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Lotus Eletre shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £85,700
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Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Reviews VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Price
85700 - 138000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2180 - 2325 kg
Curb weight
2565 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
532 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4961 mm
Length
5103 mm
Width
1862 mm
Width
2060 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Height
1630 mm
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Max trunk capacity
1532 L
Payload
460 - 465 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Lotus

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What drive types are available for the VW ID.7?

The VW ID.7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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