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BMW iX3 vs VW ID.7
Selected trim40Change trim395 mi · 82.6 kWh · £53,250
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX3 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the VW ID.7 leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the VW ID.7 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
BMW
6.2
VW
6.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
7.8
VW
5.8
Family
BMW
8
VW
8.4
Too close to call
ChargingBMW
BMW
8.3
VW
4.1
Cost Per MileVW
BMW
6.4
VW
7.1
City Driving
BMW
3.3
VW
3.2
Too close to call
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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BMW iX3
VW ID.7
Length
BMW iX34,782mm-179mm
VW ID.74,961mm
Width
BMW iX31,895mm
VW ID.71,862mm-33mm
Height
BMW iX31,635mm
VW ID.71,536mm-99mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | BMW iX340 | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,961 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,895 mm | 1,862 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,093 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,536 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m (better) | 12.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 505 mm spare | 538 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW iX3
- 395 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 300 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Uses 146 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of SUVs we track.
VW ID.7
- Boot space of 532 L is bigger than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
- Uses 142 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX3 40 |  VW ID.7 Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.78m | 4.96m+179mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.86m-33mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.09m | Not available |
| Height | 1.64m | 1.54m-99mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.97m+75mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L | 532L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1750L | Not available |
| Frunk | 58L | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m (better) | 12.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,200kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.6kWh (better) | 77kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 395 mi (better) | 380 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 300kW (better) | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £53,250 | £51,035 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | BMW iX340 | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 395 miles (better) | 380 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 293 miles (better) | 281 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 300 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 146 Wh/km | 142 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.6 kWh (better) | 77 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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BMW iX3
40
VW ID.7
Pro Match Plus
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Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX3 40
Tested 2026
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.7 Pro Match Plus
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant95%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users83%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX3 worth the extra £2,215 over the VW ID.7?
The BMW iX3 costs £2,215 more than the VW ID.7. For that premium it adds 100 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX3 or the VW ID.7?
The VW ID.7 is £2,215 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.7 comes out roughly £2,255 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX3 and VW ID.7 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 293 miles for the BMW iX3 and 281 miles for the VW ID.7 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX3 or the VW ID.7?
The VW ID.7 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 33 mm narrower than the BMW iX3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 538 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.7 and about 505 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX3. The BMW iX3 also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .