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Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz revives the Kombi spirit with an all-electric twist, giving families (and businesses) a spacious people mover or cargo van that exudes modern retro flair.
Its MEB-based platform, shared with models like the ID.4 and ID.7, ensures a smooth, punchy electric drive, while the airy cabin offers countless storage solutions. With seating for five in SWB form or seven in LWB, plus the forthcoming GTX AWD, Volkswagen aims to cover multiple lifestyle needs.
However, while it’s a charismatic alternative to mainstream MPVs, the ID. Buzz arrives at a steep price, especially for private buyers not accessing novated lease benefits.
Options can further inflate costs above the Luxury Car Tax threshold, removing some potential tax breaks. Yet for those craving a conversation-starting EV van with classic VW genes, the ID. Buzz hits a sweet spot of heritage and modernity like almost nothing else on the road.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Striking retro design that garners attention
- Roomy, versatile cabin for five or seven passengers
- Surprisingly zippy electric performance and direct steering
- MEB platform means refined, stable handling at lower speeds
Cons
- Pricey before on-roads, with expensive option packs
- Some ride choppiness over rougher roads
- Hard cabin plastics echo its commercial roots
- No wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto until 2025 update
Specs
- Body Style: Electric people mover (SWB 5-seat, LWB 7-seat) or cargo van
- Platform: Volkswagen MEB (dedicated EV)
- Launched: 2022 (global), 2025 (Australia)
Engine Options:
- Single rear motor (210kW/550Nm, RWD)
- GTX dual motor (TBA, AWD)
2025 Volkswagen ID Buzz Pricing
Pricing Information – 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz
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Find me a dealInterior & Features
The ID. Buzz blends commercial van utility with futuristic vibes. A 12.9-inch touchscreen handles multimedia, while a small digital cluster sits behind the steering wheel.
Standard seating is cloth, though optional packs introduce lighter colours, heated/massaging front chairs, and faux-wood dash inlays. Sliding doors, third-row seats (LWB), and flexible cargo solutions echo the original Kombi’s practicality.
Engine & Fuel Economy
All Pro models feature a rear electric motor (210kW/550Nm) with battery sizes of 79kWh (SWB) or 86kWh (LWB). Official consumption stands at 20.7kWh/100km (SWB) or 21.1kWh/100km (LWB), equating to ~422–452km of claimed range.
Real-world testing saw closer to 19–22kWh/100km, depending on load, driving style, and road conditions. DC fast charging up to 185–200kW helps replenish from 10–80% in around 30 minutes.
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Expert Media Reviews
Score: 7.8 / 10
"With iconic looks and punchy EV power, the Volkswagen ID. Buzz offers oodles of street cred, performance and interior space, for a price."
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Safety Rating
No ANCAP or local rating yet, though Euro NCAP awarded a 5-star rating in 2022. The standard kit includes:
- AEB with pedestrian/cyclist detection, junction assist
- Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control with lane centring (Travel Assist)
- 360° camera
- Seven airbags (front, front-side, front-centre, curtains)
Eco Rating
No official GreenNCAP rating. The ID.
Buzz’s EV powertrain yields zero tailpipe emissions, with real-world usage around 19–22kWh/100km - competitive for a large van-based people mover.
Reliability Rating
Being relatively new, local data is limited, but the MEB platform has seen widespread global use in ID. models.
The ID. Buzz has a 5-year/unlimited warranty plus 8-year/160,000km battery coverage, and servicing every 24 months/30,000km suggests VW expects minimal routine maintenance.
Cost of Ownership
| Warranty | 5 years/unlimited km |
|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years/160,000km |
| Roadside assistance | 2 years |
| Service intervals | 24 months/30,000km |
| Capped servicing | Up to 10 years |
| 6yrs service total | $1450 |
| 8yrs service total | $1850 |
| 10yrs service total | $2250 |
Add-ons can include discounted EV charging deals and novated lease options that can slash prices for business/fleet customers.
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Conclusion
The 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz merges nostalgic charm with modern EV engineering, standing as a unique proposition in Australia’s people-mover market.
Its punchy rear-drive setup, spacious cabin, and retro-inspired exterior capture the essence of the original Kombi, while an array of options lets you tailor the interior’s look, comfort, and functionality.
High pricing - especially once extras are added - may deter private buyers, though novated lease opportunities help keep the ID. Buzz under the LCT threshold. For those seeking a statement-making electric van that’s practical, nimble in urban settings, and surprisingly fun to drive, the ID.
Buzz fills a niche unlike anything else. If you can stomach the cost and occasional choppy ride on rough roads, it offers an iconic slice of Volkswagen heritage in an ultra-modern package.
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