Volkswagen presents a seven-seater model of its ID. buzz. This extended wheelbase version is not only an extended version of the electric van we already know, it also includes elements recently introduced on the new Volkswagen ID.7 electric sedan.
Volkswagen ID. The Buzz LWB is 25 centimeters longer than the five-seater, mainly due to the increased wheelbase. Now it has reached its peak 4.96 meters.
More space for passengers and luggage
In stock in five-, six- or seven-seater versions in Europe, identifier. The Buzz LWB offers more space on board, a larger trunk volume and wider sliding doors. The three seats in the second row can be moved by 20 centimeters, as can the two seats in the third row. They can also be removed to take advantage of a larger boot.
In the five-seater configuration, the volume of the trunk reaches 1340 liters, 219 liters more than the standard version. If you fold all the seats, the trunk volume increases to 2469 liters. When all the seats are occupied, the trunk volume is reduced to 306 liters.
The dashboard is identical to the one we already know, with a 5.3-inch screen and a 12.9-inch touchscreen.
With a new large battery
Under the hood Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB is equipped new 91 kWh battery (86 kWh net) presented at ID.7 related to a 286 hp and 560 Nm of torque.
A second battery of 77 kWh, which is already in the classic version of the ID. The Buzz is also available, but still with a 286bhp engine, as opposed to the 204bhp version already on the market. Autonomy of different ID versions. Buzz LWB not announced. We should expect about 400 km for the smaller one and up to 500 km for the larger one.
The 91kWh battery provides a maximum charging power of 200kW compared to 170kW for the 77kWh battery. At this power, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80% in 25 minutes.
Volkswagen ID. The Buzz LWB will be manufactured in Hannover, Germany, and deliveries will begin in 2024. Pricing has not yet been announced, but it is expected to be around €65,000 for the base version with a small battery.
Source: Auto Plus
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