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Hongqi EHS5 vs VW ID.7
Selected trimBasic342 mi · 85 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Hongqi EHS5 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the VW ID.7 leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hongqi EHS5 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 most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.7 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVW
Hongqi
0
VW
6.5
Motorway RangeHongqi
Hongqi
7.7
VW
5.8
FamilyVW
Hongqi
6.1
VW
8.4
ChargingHongqi
Hongqi
6.7
VW
4.1
Cost Per MileVW
Hongqi
4.9
VW
7.1
City DrivingVW
Hongqi
2.7
VW
3.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £51,035 |
| Official range | 342 miles | 380 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 450 L | 532 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.5 sec (better) | 6.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi EHS5
VW ID.7
Length
Hongqi EHS54,760mm-201mm
VW ID.74,961mm
Width
Hongqi EHS51,920mm
VW ID.71,862mm-58mm
Height
Hongqi EHS51,660mm
VW ID.71,536mm-124mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,961 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,920 mm | 1,862 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,536 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 480 mm spare | 538 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 450 L | 532 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hongqi EHS5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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 |  Hongqi EHS5 Basic |  VW ID.7 Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.76m | 4.96m+201mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.86m-58mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.54m-124mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.97m+71mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 450L | 532L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,015kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 85kWh (better) | 77kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 342 mi | 380 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £51,035 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 342 miles | 380 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 285 miles (better) | 281 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 142 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 85 kWh (better) | 77 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.5 sec (better) | 6.6 sec |
| Power | 253 kW (better) | 210 kW |
| Torque | 400 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hongqi EHS5
Basic
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
VW ID.7
Pro Match Plus
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hongqi EHS5 Basic
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant81%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist82%
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
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | VW ID.7Pro Match Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hongqi EHS5
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VW ID.7
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Hongqi EHS5 and VW ID.7 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 285 miles for the Hongqi EHS5 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 Hongqi EHS5 or the VW ID.7?
The VW ID.7 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 58 mm narrower than the Hongqi EHS5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 538 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.7 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi EHS5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hongqi EHS5 or the VW ID.7?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hongqi EHS5 and 84% for the VW ID.7. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .