Video Summary
Here is a summary of the review on the Volkswagen ID Buzz:- The ID Buzz is styled just like the original T1 Combi van.
- Electrifying a vehicle of this size has been a challenge for many brands.
- The ID Buzz range in Australia starts from less than $80,000 for the cargo version; there will also be a short wheelbase version.
- The long wheelbase version is a smidge over $90,000.
- The GTX is the performance people-mover variant and costs almost $110,000.
- There will be the most comprehensive range of variants of any electric van in the Australian market at its launch.
- The cargo version will face off against the LDV eDeliver 7.
- Long-wheel-based people mover versions face the LDV Mifa 9 and Mercedes-Benz eVito.
- In the future, there will be more entries to this people-mover space from Zeeker, Xpeng, and others.
- The standard specification includes a 12.9-inch multimedia touchscreen with new software, along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a leather steering wheel with a 10-inch digital dash cluster, and LED headlights.
- Wheel sizes range from 18 inches up.
- Standard spec seating options range from a bench seat in the cargo version to sporty two-tone ones in the GTX.
- A decent portion of things like the roof lining, seat covers, and some velour surfaces are made of recycled PET bottles.
- This latest version has a low drag coefficient and maximizes its interior space due to short overhangs, a feature from the original T1.
- Its matrix-style LED headlights match the range of VW's dedicated battery electric ID models.
- Standard, familiar modern tech elements and a wild design are included inside.
- There is a modern seat and steering wheel.
- The software has been upgraded to make it easier and faster to use, with more shortcuts.
- The design maximizes space; there are two tiers of storage bays in the doors and the flip-out cup holders in the dash.
- Included is a wireless charging bay that has a rubber pillow to keep phones from moving around; it has two USB-C ports.
- The long wheelbase five-seat version has a massive 1,121-liter capacity, which doubles with the second row folded down.
- The maximum payload capacity of the cargo version is 650 kg.
- With regard to energy efficiency, the official figures aren't available yet, but the range overseas for all the variants is in the mid-400-kilometer range.
- The long wheelbase version handles very well and is "fast enough."
- The steering is nice and sharp. The "ride is pretty comfortable."
- It has comprehensive safety systems that are nicely calibrated; the Lane Keep Assist just gives a gentle tug on the steering wheel.
- Traffic sign recognition seems to be an upgrade from the previous Tiguan as it is not constantly beeping.
