2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz First Look | America Finally Gets Our Bus | Interior, Range & More!

Years after it went on sale overseas, Volkswagen has finally unveiled the long-wheelbase North American version of its electric ID. Buzz van. But with the larger size and extra row of seats aren't all that’s different about our version of VW’s instant-icon electric bus. Find out more about the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz with Edmunds’ Lauren McCay in our First Look video above!
2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz pricing & review: edmu.in/42fKlj5
00:00 Intro
00:33 Powertrain
01:10 Interior
04:54 Exterior
05:18 Cargo
06:17 Battery & Range
06:38 Pricing
07:02 Edmunds' Take
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[@edmundscars]

Is VW giving America more to love with this long-wheelbase three-row ID. Buzz, or would you rather have the shorter two-row model? Let us know in the comments.

[@Soh90]

Don’t mind the LWB model, just wish it came with the less powerful motor (more range). Why does Americans need everything to be fast 😓 P.S. Lauren is an absolute smoke show 😍 She should do all your videos lol.

[@lisanoele7996]

Shorter. My kids are mostly grown and I don't need the huge van. But I've always dreamed of reliving my San Diego childhood in my blue Volkswagen bus! I just don't need one that big 😢

[@carolynaufderhaar4241]

I'd like the shorter one.

[@dereklwashington1132]

I love this reviewer. I like that all your folks are "real" people not just frustrated boy racers.

[@xianshep]

As an Uber driver, I see a perfect compromise, as per your video: Left rear seat removed. Then there's room for an extra passenger AND plenty of room for an airport run with suitcases. (Now if I can only figure out how to afford one as an Uber driver...)

[@NekoWinters]

We all known what we want.... the camper edition

[@delphiaroberts8894]

I love your review. Quick precise and to the point. Thank you. I will definitely watch her reviews again.

[@blackchristiangeek]

Thanks for the review, sorry for the wait for those in the market. We love our 2023 VW ID.4. God bless

[@GetOutsideYourself]

Portuguese Bend, Palos Verdes. Ahh, memories of my youth.

[@Peoplestariff]

Great review

[@LuanNguyen-oo8ml]

Fantastic review! You are the only one showing that the third row can tilt back.

[@1949lwd]

Nice job on review!

[@deadpolymers3416]

Personally I’d prefer the short wheel base version. Too bad VW isnt bringing that over to the US.

[@martinsimonea4228]

Great video here great reviewer

[@mofomoco]

Saw a test mule for 1 of these running around my part of Phoenix about 2 years ago...didnt think it would ever come out

[@edmundscars]

They certainly took their sweet time!

[@youtubuzr]

Anyone know if the second row seats can also be removed?

[@ffwang0306]

This is the most detailed review on KZbin; thanks

[@polarvortex3294]

Her voice and enthusiasm are nice.

[@rgms573]

be prepare for crazy dealer markups

[@howardschaefer1445]

So minivans are now cool? Love my awd Grand Caravan even at 20 yrs old

[@edmundscars]

Secret: minivans have always been kinda cool 🤐

[@youtubuzr]

You'll take my mini-van from my cold dead hands. (And I don't even have kids.)

[@bradd774]

If you are trying to get from San Francisco to LA, that's 2.5 charges.... where are you supposed to stop at and wait for an hour+ each time for it to charge fully?

[@AmanChowdhury888]

Loved it

[@brianneston8575]

Are they coming back out with a microbus pickup truck as the crew cab they had one in 1961 what's called the double door it was a based on the microbus they had a regular cab also I was called a standard cab

[@SUPERFLUID88]

I would definitely buy that

[@DandySlayer13]

She did a fine job in presenting the vehicle for potential buyers and curious people. I'm just glad the 3rd row is removable.

[@heatism]

removable 3rd row is genius for people who don't really need it (all the time) and added much utility and space for cargo.

[@stuartburton2050]

Will the long wheel base come to the UK/Europe?

[@martinjoest856]

yes, 1Q 24

[@ericsmith9404]

I'm 60+ years of age, I drove a bus in my 20s.This thing will sell no matter what!!! I'm ready to order today, yesterday and tomorrow...I just hope VW doesn't punish me for being a 60 plus year old disabled Veteran Who wants his dreams to come true and is willing to pay. This will be My last vehicle

[@drivesanoldcar]

Awesome does the second row come out?

[@ronlheureux7623]

If they didn’t mention that then it isn’t very likely. That would be an important feature.

[@M4BALOT]

afaik, it only folds.

[@factchecker6674]

I’ll believe it when I see it on the road.

[@hereigoagain5050]

Lauren, great review! I really appreciate a woman's viewpoint in the male dominated car reviews. My wife likes it! And she doesn't like much.

[@volkerkaplan1947]

I miss the small overlap crash test!

[@quaxie]

Want the spray out interior.

[@rogerhallii8352]

Like the VW. Love the look girl, very nice professional and cute.

[@mryeahisaidit]

😘😍🥰🤩 sorry what car are we reviewing, I was distracted

[@crisantogarcia6646]

More Lauren please

[@zackdreamcast]

Price?

[@jontomas2271]

That's always SO hard to find, right? Car and Driver estimates they will START at $50,000!

[@hasse7487]

Schön!👍👍

[@stevejoseph1664]

I prefer the long wheelbase model.

[@ljacobs357]

I don’t understand VW’s US strategy. They don’t seem interested in selling their smaller electric vehicles. Not everyone wants a big car.

[@mikobel7131]

I want to like this van but all I see are missed opportunities in many key areas….

[@oldrrocr]

no one ever cared about the 25 hp of it's predecessor ( until they were stuck behind it). 285 hp is just fine.

[@Ninety9924]

AWD?

[@RiceCzechs]

Yes, as mentioned in the video. Two-motor, AWD with 330 hp. No torque figure yet, sadly.

[@clovergrass9439]

Play with volume off at 1.25 speed.

[@raidersamson3356]

Wasn't this car supposed to come out two years ago??

[@stevelamhang9547]

Thanks for the review. Won't win my vote. It's still a mini van to me. Not cool enough 😅

[@heatism]

you'd rather have the Sienna? lol

[@donb782]

Did I miss the range?

[@LittleAnastasia...]

250 probably upto 285 like the id4

[@edmundscars]

Nothing official yet, but we’re estimating between 240-260 miles or so

[@Rhaman68]

The VW bug retro ICE model was not a success. I have similar reservations as to the BUZZ. I hope it sells.

[@benjaminkoontz2711]

New Beetle since 1998 sold about 1.79 million cars.

[@carlzeta]

That’s the one thing that drives me away from VW this is for Europe that for North America and you know what’s in Europe we want here in America they want there why we can’t jut make it standard across the board. I like the smaller one

[@TheManFromKansas]

The host has a very nice speaking voice, most likely has had training in that area . her pretty looks don't hurt either,she could easily be on news channel with her poise, and that professional clear voice. good review.

[@finwaydiddy1977]

55k lol….. yeah right….. now me. This thing probably will be plagued with problems.

[@edmundscars]

There haven’t been any major problems in the version that’s been on sale for months now overseas (as far as we’re aware) so it’s unlikely this will be any different

[@PhillyDee215]

This is straight from MTV Pimp My Ride

[@mattbrew11]

a lot of that has to do with this host terrible

[@PhillyDee215]

@@mattbrew11......😵that's a low blow

[@mattbrew11]

@@PhillyDee215 its a low blow to be critical of a performance?

[@PhillyDee215]

@@mattbrew11 not at all....but u mentioned the host

[@mattbrew11]

@@PhillyDee215 Who else was performing? The car?

[@ChuckP25.]

Hot

[@Kassiusday]

She is pretty ..,

[@jmc32007]

That little speakeasy sliding side window is a joke. Gonna be a deal breaker for some people

[@scackley]

Sounds like all this woman is concerned about is the fact that there are charging ports for devices... How about NOT pushing staying connected 24/7

[@CokeCheese]

It looks good with the third row removed. I'd personally rather have more spacious front and second row seating with additional cargo room. Not another crammed seating arrangement while attempting to squeeze in a third row. It will be a shame if it ships with limited front leg room because of the above design decisions. But, that's just my garbage opinion. Anyway, it's different and has some interesting features. Hopefully it isn't 70k because it's electric. But it likely will be.

[@AdarshGupta-be8gf]

Looks like you missed the bit about more than enough legroom for people in excess of 6’2 even. The third row is on rails as well and can make 8” additional room without pulling out. And yes, you can just take the third row out and have your hot tub there.

[@edmundscars]

The seating isn’t crammed at all in any row; it’s quite spacious!

[@dominickbrookes5103]

55 grand at 5-9% apr means this van will unfortunately be a dud.

[@bjt81366]

The interior looks cheap and clunky for something in 2024. You'd want this for family trips but not much range and terrible cargo with all rows in. You're going to have to ship your Xmas gifts. But it might look dope in black.

[@MarkMphonoman]

All electric? Deal killer.

[@zackdreamcast]

That tray is not kid proof. Fail

[@YouPube_X]

Less interior space than a suburban/expedition/yukon. Fail.

[@edmundscars]

It’s also a significantly smaller vehicle and isn’t meant to compete with full-size body-on-frame SUVs.

[@heatism]

wow is this guy comparing a comparatively small minivan to monster giant full size suvs and calling it a fail? smh @@edmundscars

[@josephmurasko3469]

Thank You for a Woman’s candor and succinct delivery. Do not see transporting 2 Mountain Bikes. Nor kitesurf gear. With all the seats. This is how a committee is assigned by our creator. Perhaps she or he is named Goddess or God. And needs a break. Hey: Angels, make a beautiful horse. Appaloosa. But its a committee. So they made a Camel instead of a Horse. Thats an old one! However, perhaps there are those who desire a Camel Buzz. For Mountain Bikes, etc. But not at soccer mom prices. Lobby for repeal of the 1963 “chicken tax”. Write your Congress-person. Who possesses no clue. Of course. They were in high school at best. And if not are likely so old as to be demented. And consequently their interns will figure out where to get a somewhat nice meal after the ambien for the demented old politicos dawns.

[@jamespaul2587]

Do you ever leave a succinct and thoughtful comment, or do you prefer to ramble incoherently?

[@dereklwashington1132]

Wow ageism meanness inappropriateness a touch of misogyny... all you missed was a little racism to be exactly that one

[@JDDevice]

EV9😂. The Buzz will be niche low volume for quirky soccer moms, who happen to not like mercedes and volvo, both of which have 7 seaters in the works. Too expensive for the throwback hippies, moving far away from its ancestors.

[@ien2023]

Horrible blue ...

[@sodathief]

Throw a ICE in it and I’m in

[@chevyracing1080]

Edmunds just hire anyone these days who can read a press release..

[@AdarshGupta-be8gf]

I think this presenter would land up with a ship if all her feedback were implemented. What she calls flaws are unnecessary criticisms of great features. Like, who couldn’t hold a cup in their hands to be able to use the lower storage space in the center console bin? If you did in the unlikely event need to use both simultaneously. And, do you really expect a football field despite having 7 seats up? She’d make a very irritating client.

[@dionb5174]

Need new presenter she seems like she's trying to be a comedian...

[@taronpiloyan7143]

Cool car, kind of pricey. But the host... 🤦I'm sorry, but I felt like I was watching Nickelodeon. You can tell she's trying, and kudos for that, but maybe tone it down a bit. Keep it a bit more professional. Most of your audience are adults, not teenagers, I assume. Could be the director's shortcoming.

[@NoxNoctisUmbra]

Young adults buy cars as well. So why not make it a bit more pleasing for them as well. She is doing an amazing job

[@steven.events]

At which points is this targeted towards teenagers?

[@DeYanko]

As bearable, to listen to, as Louise from The Jeffersons.

[@LittleAnastasia...]

Screw the 3rd row. I'd fold it and take it camping. Never been a fan of the 3rd row in any vehicle. Takes up too much precious space.

[@heatism]

different needs. You probably don't have a family with numerous children. Families with more than 3 children obviously need a 3rd row. In any vehicle. Or a bus

[@kungfulender8733]

@@heatism Fax

[@lambertsaldi1550]

EV 👎👎👎👎🚮🚽