Following weeks of teasers, Volkswagen has revealed the ID Buzz and ID Buzz Cargo for the international markets in their close-to-production form. Underpinned by the modular MEB platform as other models in the ID range, the five-seater standard version of the electric van will be launched across Europe in Q3 2022 with an 82 kWh battery pack and a six-seater will join the lineup later.
For the United States, the Volkswagen ID Buzz will be offered only as a long-wheelbase variant in 2023. Dimensionally, the ID Buzz series has an overall length of 4,712 mm, width of 1,985 mm, and height of 1,937 mm with a 2,988 mm long wheelbase. The 82 kWh battery pack for Europe powers a 201 hp and 310 Nm capable electric motor driving the rear wheels but the claimed range has not been divulged.
In 2023, the German auto major will introduce a host of new electric powertrain options with higher range capabilities. Being an electric van, the VW ID Buzz has a top speed of 145 kmph and using a 170 kW DC fast charger, it is claimed to replenish from 5 per cent to 80 per cent in just half an hour and a bi-directional charging facility is also provided.
The exterior is a mixed bag of modern and retro styling elements as it takes inspiration from T1 Microbus. It boasts a V-shaped bonnet structure, LED Matrix headlamps, a thick light bar connecting the sleek headlamp assembly through a VW logo, dual-tone colour schemes, an upright tailgate with integrated spoiler and high mounted stop lamp, a shark fin antenna, wraparound LED tail lamps in a stacked fashion, short pillars, etc.
Volkswagen will sell the ID Buzz in a total of eleven colour schemes and the top-spec trims feature aluminium alloy wheels of up to 21-inch size. Just as the exterior, the cabin has bright accents and a youthful presence. It comes with vegan leather, a steering wheel covered in polyurethane and other elements made from 90 per cent recycled PET bottles.
The equipment highlights are up to 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10-inch digital cluster, wireless charger, USB-C ports, electrically adjustable seats, fold-down tables in the front seatbacks, sliding doors, a multifunctional box with storage bins and a drawer with 5L volume, and many more. The production of the e-van will begin at VW’s Hannover plant soon.
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