Whats your view on the ID.BUZZ?

My wife has a Buzz. Bad 1. In real world situations in Norway, with 80% charging range is 300 km in winter and 350 km in summer. It depends on what one wants to do. This is perfectly adequate for us. 2. Our previous 7 seater was only used twice in 10.5 years, to carry more than 5 people. For most people two rows (5 people) is enough.  3. We have never used the sound system. 4. & 5. In agreement with you. I find the car is far too aggressive most of the time. From my perspective with adaptive speed control, it stays too close to the car in front.  Good 1. Cargo space. Our Buzz is now fitted with 6 large storage boxes to hold groceries, etc.  These will also support a mattress at the same height as the folded rear seats. 2. Our dealer advised us against slow moving electric second row sliding doors! 3. Appearance. Yes, it is a cheerful car. We have white and yellow 4. We have never used the arm rests. My son does though, and he uses the sound system. 5. Appreciate the turning radius.  Missing = width. The car is wide for narrow Norwegian roads.

You totally nailed it. Straight to the point and observant. So many car reviewers are fixated on speed etc and miss the things that matter. Also, it’s the only vehicle to make use of the compact form factor of electric motors. No bonnet/frunk etc just tons of useable space. Like, it’s the size of a small SUV and has twice the space inside. This is the future form-factor of cars.

I have one. I love it. This colour too.

Minor negatives: no opening rear window, control switches on the panel don't light up at night

Big positive. Speed of charging with super fast chargers 10 to 80% in less than 30 minutes.

Indeed, VW does impressive jobs in EVs as a German auto company, which may not be comparable to Tesla and a whole bunch of Chinese EVs, but still outstands in the Europe.

Un laden weight (road tax) and tyre wear is really important.in the uk this is classed as a commercial vehicle because of its weight .

That jumpy forward acceleration at low speed would be a no-go for me. 😳

Good review 👍🏾

Very good objective and honest view of the Buzz. I will be picking one of these up in a similar spec very shortly, primarily for camping/transporting sports kit so not having 7 seats in mine is fine. I am really interested in how it will fair charge wise, I have an EV now, but is a mini and only use it around town which is perfect. The new GTX has just released, so I will be keeping an eye on that.

Firstly, I appreciate your clear and concise commentary, especially as english is not your first language. This video was from 1 year ago and the ID Buzz has moved on from what you originally tested. I am waiting for the latest video on the ID Buzz and I am eager to see what you think of the new long wheelbase multi seater with the bigger battery and the second motor driving the front wheels! Keep up the good work!

Nice summary

The bad things are definitely bad. I will wait until version 3 or 4 of this vehicle. - WW

There will be a 7-seat configuration here in the US. Hopefully other countries will get it soon.

It’s all about your requirements. Battery is OK if the charging infrastructure is reliable. Who really needs another row of seats? It’s fine already if you have 3 kids and all the junk you need to carry. If you have more seats bang goes your first positive 😂 My sound system is OK. I guess it’s a personal thing. I do however agree with you on the jerky movement and poor reversing camera. You forgot to mention the poor software which I consider to be the biggest negative.

nice review

I like the look of the bus but VW should have put a small 4 cylinder engine as a backup

Form and function match perfectly on this vehicle..    A utilitarian dream car.  I'm waiting a few years though to see how things shake out.  Years ago, I had a Jetta diesel that just sort of self disintegrated after about 80,000 miles.  I'm now wary of all things VW.

yes, i  agree with your all "+" and "-" .

Great review got a vw ev feel they are not learning poor software,  hard plastic poor charger needs to be better range,  I am thinking of getting a buzz but will wait 6 to 12 months time a hope they improve  . Most important is pulling forward won't get it unless fixed

How adjustable is the leg space for the driver ?