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The ID. Buzz styling is loved and considered retro, quirky, and great for reinterpreting famous models.It makes its mark in a world of identical SUVs.
The VW's other ID models are forward-looking but the Buzz looks back to the 1950s, making it a paradox.
The van has loads of knee and headroom and can easily fit a couple of six-footers in the back.
It includes nice features such as tray tables, USB-C charging, and ambient lighting.
The windows don’t open, and while the seats can slide forward and back, they don’t remove, which could be disappointing for some.
The interior is lovely but has cheap and stark elements.
It is extremely comfortable, with very squishy front seats with armrests.
The driving position feels akin to sitting in a Range Rover.
The large pieces of glass provide great visibility and an airy feeling.
Battery details include a 77 kWh unit, allowing a 254 mile claimed range with a 170 kW max charging rate and 201 BHP.
In the review, the vehicle was registering 2.9 miles per kWh.
A long-wheelbase version will come with a slightly more powerful 282 BHP motor and 85 kWh battery pack in 2024.
The infotainment system is laggy, difficult to use, poorly designed, and the slider bar for volume and climate controls is not illuminated at night.
The car's ride quality is mixed and on very undulating roads it can bounce. The driving experience is good, however, and not like driving a van.
The starting price is £59,035.
This is a car to buy right now, not in the future, as that "wow factor" and uniqueness might fade in time.
It is fashionable, cool, comfortable, a good electric family vehicle, and it receives lots of positive attention on the road.
