FYI: Volkswagen’s highly anticipated electric minivan, the 2025 ID.Buzz, will soon debut in U.S showrooms, with prices ranging between $61,545 and $71,545.
Volkswagen ID.Buzz: An Electric Minivan Revolution Set for U.S. Arrival
The long wait for electric minivan enthusiasts in the U.S. is nearing its end. Volkswagen’s 2025 ID.Buzz, a modern, electric reincarnation of the beloved Microbus, is set to hit American showrooms later this year, unveiling itself as a 2025 model.
Pricing and Models
Volkswagen announced the starting price for the base Pro S model at $61,545, inclusive of a $1,550 delivery charge. For those seeking more advanced options, the Pro S Plus and the limited-edition 1st Edition come at $65,045 and $67,045, respectively. Notably, the Pro S is rear-wheel drive only, while the Pro S Plus and 1st Edition offer all-wheel drive for an additional $4,500.
Performance and Range
All models are equipped with a 91-kWh battery. The rear-wheel-drive variants promise an impressive EPA-estimated range of 234 miles per charge, while the all-wheel-drive versions offer a slightly lower range of 231 miles. Rear-wheel-drive models house a singular 282-horsepower motor positioned in the rear. In contrast, the all-wheel-drive versions boast dual motors with a combined output of 335 horsepower.
Standard and Premium Features
The 2025 ID.Buzz offers a suite of high-end standard features:
- 20-inch wheels
- Power sliding rear doors (both sides)
- Power tailgate
- 12.9-inch infotainment screen coupled with a 5.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Ambient lighting
- Wireless phone charging
- Comprehensive electronic driver-assistance features, including an automatic parking system
The Pro S Plus model steps it up a notch with added luxuries like a head-up display, a surround-view camera system, and Harman Kardon premium audio. An optional panoramic glass roof, which features an electro-chromic element that toggles between clear and opaque, is available for $1,495.
Enhanced Comfort and Style
All-wheel-drive models come standard with comfortable captain chairs in the second row, replacing the three-seat bench present in the base model. These second-row captain chairs can also be added to the rear-wheel-drive Pro S Plus for $695.
The 1st Edition model brings unique enhancements, including:
- Two-tone exterior finish
- Exclusive 20-inch wheels
- Custom interior features such as a roof rack and heritage-inspired floor mats
- Standard glass roof
Aerodynamics and Technology
In the U.S., buyers will exclusively receive the long-wheelbase version, stretching just over 16 feet in length. Despite its distinctive rectangular form, the ID.Buzz is aerodynamically efficient with a drag coefficient of just 0.29.
Volkswagen’s ID.Buzz utilizes the advanced ID.Light system, an LED strip running across the windshield that communicates various alerts through color and positioning. For instance, a red light will signal the need to brake, while lights on the sides indicate potential blind spot issues or provide lane change instructions through the navigation system.
Manufacturing and Platform
The ID.Buzz is manufactured at Volkswagen’s plant in Hanover, Germany, and is built on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB-specific EV platform. This versatile platform is also the foundation for the ID.4 compact crossover and the ID.7 midsize hatchback, although the latter’s U.S. launch has been postponed to align with evolving market trends.
Conclusion
The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz encapsulates the nostalgia of the classic Microbus while providing cutting-edge electric vehicle technology and premium features. With its arrival in U.S. markets imminent, this innovative minivan is set to make waves and cater to the evolving needs of modern automotive enthusiasts.
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Donald Smith, Editor of Automotive.fyi
