Video Summary
- The reviewer is test-driving the brand-new VW ID. Buzz and the long wheelbase model.- The reviewer finds the interior vast and spacious, and is currently using the 7-seater option.
- There is an optional panoramic sunroof, the largest one that VW has ever made.
- A drive will be tested on a scenic route, so that the reviewer can provide details of the vehicle.
- At 95% charge, the reviewer currently has 424 kilometers of range.
- The distance left on the route is 113 kilometers.
- The new long-wheelbase ID has a new motor, and a larger battery.
- It adds 250 millimeters to the vehicle’s length.
- All models include electrically-powered sliding doors.
- There is 306 litres of luggage space, when carrying seven people.
- All seats are able to be folded down to give around 2,500 litres of cargo space.
- One storage compartment is specifically designed to contain charging cables.
- The vehicle includes a tow bar, and can tow up to 1,000 kilograms.
- A smaller cargo area means the Payload Weight is only between 401 kilograms to 596 kilograms.
- It’s been officially earned five star rating from Euro NCAP in 2022.
- Collision warnings and automatic emergency braking protect passengers.
- Electronic stability control prevents skids.
- Tyre pressure is constantly monitored.
- Travel assist with swarm data helps take the vehicle one step closer to automated driving.
- Features electric sliding windows.
- There is tactile touch control.
- The vehicle features a 12.9 inch screen and updated software.
- The speed limit is displayed.
- At top speeds, the reviewer could hear the wind hitting against the vehicle.
- It can achieve 5-80% charge in around 30 minutes.
- AC type 2 provides a full charge in around 7.5 hours.
- The reviewer had the chance to test the 250kW electric motor version GTX, that goes from a standstill to 100kmh in only 6.1 seconds.
- The review concludes that the VW has designed a unique vehicle in the EV space.
- The long-wheelbase version starts just under £60,000.
