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VW brings the new 86 kWh battery to the ID.7

Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.7 GTX as the sporty top model in the range. As with the ID.7 Tourer, the GTX is characterised by its powerful all-wheel drive and larger battery. From Thursday, the new 86-kWh battery will be available to order not only in the GTX versions, but also in the regular ID.7. (UPDATE BELOW)

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