Volkswagen ID. Buzz Seven Latest Seats Known In North America

ID Buzz LWB. (Doc. Volkswagen)

JAKARTA - Volkswagen ID. Buzz launched last year in Europe in the form of a five-seat MPV but the latest version of ID Buzz LWB (long wheelbase) with a larger dimension with seven passenger seats is introduced in the North American market, June 2, 2023 and will be available in 2024.

As the name implies Volkswagen ID Buzz LWB has rarely wheels with a length of 3,239 mm compared to the standard ID. Buzz 2,989mm. As a result, the body increased 250mm to 4,962mm.

"Bus VW has a long history in the US and enjoys a real cult status. Our goal today is to further strengthen the Volkswagen brand in America. Buzz's latest identity with a long wheelbase is the right model to fulfill this task," said Pablo Di Si, President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, in Volkswagen's media space, June 2.

Adopting the classic T1 van, this MPV offers wider and more comfortable space for drivers and passengers. However, VW also uses the excess wheelbase to increase its battery capacity to 91-kWh with only 82-kWh in the European version of Buzz.

ID Buzz LWB features a number of drivetrain similarities with VW ID. 7. Both ID.7 and ID. Buzz are based on the MEB platform, with battery configurations installed under the floor like skateboard boards.

Volkswagen claims ID Buzz LWB can reach a speed of 100 km/hour in just 7.9 seconds but about the distance of the battery when fully charged has not been disclosed but the maximum range estimate is at least 415 km.

Smart features are also embedded in Buzz LWB ID. Drivers and passengers can enjoy advanced infotainment systems with responsive touchscreens, Bluetooth connectivity, and integrated navigation, to long-distance parking via smartphones.

Another advantage of the latest Buzz, whose price has not yet been revealed, is that the high-tech panoramic sunset is designed with smart glass to bring back the memories of the legendary Samba Bus in the 50s. With an area of 1.5 square meters, this is the largest glass roof Volkswagen has ever created.