Verdict
B
MPV · Germany · 2022-Present
VW ID. Buzz
VW ID. Buzz — spec data and generation history.
Years
2022-Present
Generations
1
Segment
MPV
The retro-styled MEB-platform MPV — VW's homage to the original Type 2 microbus, built as a 2022 short-wheelbase 5-seater and a 2024 long-wheelbase 7-seater. 77 kWh battery in early UK cars, 86 kWh in 2024+, single rear motor in standard cars, and a dual-motor GTX AWD added 2024. Charm is the standout — interior space is lounge-like and two-tone paint suits it — but the price walks straight into Mercedes EQV territory and ride is firm. Best as the family-bus alternative to a Multivan; the LWB 7-seater is the one most UK buyers actually want.
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
2022-Present
Mk1
→
86 kWh LWB — 282 bhp, 0-62 in 7.9s.
Verdict
B
BHP
282
0–60
7.9 s
Top
99 mph
MPG
292 mpg
Used
£40,000-£72,000
- + Genuine charm — best-looking EV at any price
- + Massive interior, lounge-like
- − Price walks into Mercedes EQV territory
- − Heavy and firm-riding
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2022-Present · ID. Buzz
- MIB3 infotainment bugs
- 12V battery drain
- Sliding door sensor faults
- Charge flap motor failures
Rivals
Mercedes EQV · VW Multivan · Citroen e-Berlingo · Peugeot e-Rifter