Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video review of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz electric car:- The ID Buzz lineup has three passenger-focused versions for Australia.
- The entry-level Pro short-wheelbase 5-seater is more manageable for daily driving.
- This five-seat model sneaks in under the luxury car tax, offering big fringe benefit tax exemptions if leasing.
- A short-wheelbase ID Buzz is priced at $87,990 plus on-road costs.
- The Pro long-wheelbase 7-seater provides more space and removable back seats.
- It also comes in under the luxury car tax and is priced at $91,290 plus on-road costs.
- The GTX long-wheelbase 7-seater is the range-topper at around $110,000 plus on-road costs.
- The GTX has dual-motor all-wheel drive with more power and torque.
- The GTX has less range due to its extra weight and performance features.
- A two-tone paint job is an extra $4,000.
- Alternatives to consider are the Kia EV9 SUV, starting from $97,000 plus on-road costs, and the Kia Carnival hybrid.
- Also to be considered is the ZEER 009 electric van from China, with prices to be confirmed.
- The reviewed long-wheelbase version is 250 mm longer than the short-wheelbase model.
- The wheelbase gap between wheels is about 3.3 meters.
- There are dual electric sliding doors.
- The rear seats offer good utility, if used without the shelf feature.
- At least for the European versions, expect connected services including an SOS call feature if there is a collision.
- The test range is 610km in the SWB and 614km in the LWB models.
- The car’s driver position has a fishbowl-like visibility.
- The haptic controls on the steering wheel are not the most user-friendly compared to other Volkswagen models.
- The car comes with a five-year, unlimited-kilometer warranty. The high-voltage battery warranty is expected to be 8 years.
- Drivers can charge at home with up to 11kW AC on three-phase power.
- The LWB and GTX version can charge in around 30 minutes from 10–80 % via DC at up to 200kW.
- It is a family-friendly electric van, the car gets along and, is relatively silent.
- However, the steering is a bit heavy at low speeds.
- The car has five stars from Euro NCAP, an autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian/cyclist detection, an adaptive cruise control with traffic Jam assist, and blind spot monitoring.
In conclusion, the ID. Buzz is the right car if the potential buyer is looking for a bigger family-friendly electric van and is a former Volkswagen bus buyer.
