VW on Wednesday announced that it has delayed the electric midsize hatchback's release in the U.S. and in Canada, citing changing market dynamics as a reason. The ID.7 has been on sale in other markets since last year.has been higher than expected in markets where the wagon body style is offered, particularly in VW's home market of Germany.
VW hasn't provided a new timeline for the launch of the ID.7 in the U.S. The automaker already ruled out the ID.7 Tourer for this market following the wagon's reveal in February.The ID.7 is offered in most markets with 77- and 86-kwh battery options, though the U.S. was only due to receive the smaller unit. Buyers are also able to choose between rear- and all-wheel drive, with the peak output capped at 282 hp.later this year as scheduled.