The Multivan is introduced as a large MPV riding on the front-wheel drive based MQB Evo platform which categorises vehicles such as the Audi A3 and the Volkswagen Caddy.

For commercial applications (cargo/panel van), the T6.1 Transporter continued production until 2023,[6] with its replacement built as a sibling of the Ford Transit Custom instead, and will not be based on or related to the T7 Multivan.

[1] The T7 moves towards the upscale MPV segment, mainly because of the technology and comfort increase compared to the previous generation.

For eHybrid models, charging via an AC charger supports a maximum capacity of 3.6 kilowatts, and will take less than 3 hours and 40 minutes.

For the LWB model, the T7 can carry a total of 4,053 litres (143.1 cu ft) with second and third row seats down.

Standard features include: 16-inch alloy wheels, a digital instrument cluster, and a 10-inch infotainment system.

The Style variant adds: the IQ.Light LED Matrix headlights, Volkswagen's Discover Media navigation system, Park Assist, electrically sliding doors, and 17-inch alloy wheels.

The Energetic variant includes what the other trims feature, but adds a PHEV powertrain, a six-speed DCT, 18-inch wheels, a panoramic glass roof, and a premium 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with an 840W amplifier.