Volkswagen ID. Buzz EV full drive review. Still want that VW T6?

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Welcome to our (VERY eagerly awaited) first drive and walk-around of Volkswagen’s all new, all electric ID. Buzz microbus/van/MPV. WE ARE VERY EXCITED ABOUT THIS. This is a full review of the production ready VW ID. Buzz, which VW T6 Transporters owners might wanted to watch. Is this the ultimate family VW? Has the 20 year wait since Microbus, Bulli, Budd-e and Buzz concepts been worth it?
Thanks for stopping by The Late Brake Show.
Ignore the LSD swirl decals for now; you'll be able to pick from two-tone paint finishes, and there should be bright textiles for the interior. There are also two styles on launch; the Buzz (MPV) and Buzz Cargo (a van with a partition). Jonny drove the latter, but got to peek around the former. VW wouldn't let anyone film the cabins, though.
The Buzz drives like an ID car (shares much with ID.3 and 4), which is more impressive for a van/MPV than in the aforementioned VW ID.3 and 4. The launch model is single (rear) motor and RWD, with a 77kWh battery pack. A lower and higher range batt pack will be available in due course, but this model is good for WLTP range of 400km / 250 miles.
To read more about Jonny’s history with classic VW buses and his first drive of the Buzz concept back in December 2017, plus a bonus feature on the world's most extreme VW buses, head over and join our Patreon Page: / thelatebrakeshow
VW ID. Buzz Tech Specs
Length = 4712mm
Height = 1937mm
Width (w/out mirrors) = 1985mm
Loading sill = 619mm
Wheelbase = 2988mm
Boot capacity = 1121L
Battery capacity = 77kWh (82kWh gross)
Motor output = 150kW / 204PS
Torque = 310nm / 229 lbft
Buzz Cargo space length = 2208mm
Buzz Cargo space width = 1732mm (1230mm between arches)
Buzz Cargo height = 1279mm
Buzz Cargo volume = approx 4m3
Charging time
12hrs @ 7.4kW wallbox 0-100%
34 mins @ 125kW 10-80% CCS
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CHAPTERS
0:00 the Kombi concepts
1:48 DIMENSIONS
2:28 ON THE ROAD
3:13 Driving Buzz concept in 2017
3:54 2 WHEELBASES AVAILABLE
4:13 3 x battery pack sizes
4:52 RANGE
5:36 Built in Hannover (since 1950s)
6:20 Seats & cabin
6:50 Size Vs T7 Multivan
7:32 Size Vs ID. 3
8:24 FRONT DESIGN
8:58 SIDE DESIGN
10:33 REAR DOOR DESIGN
11:54 CHARGE TIMES
13:28 PRICES
14:32 INTERIOR MATERIALS
15:47 PERFORMANCE
16:46 Cargo LOAD CAPACITY
18:46 TECH ONBOARD
20:45 Bi-DIRECTIONAL CHARGING
22:04 Feels like a car
24:18 PERFORMANCE
24:57 0-62 TEST
25:58 'PLUG & CHARGE' EASY PUBLIC CHARGING
26:46 PARKING TECH & SWARM A.I
28:50 TURNING CIRCLE
30:25 VERDICT
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@siviter 2 года назад

I had 7 of the same thumbnails to choose from this morning. I chose you Jonny, even though it was the longest video. I know you're the most qualified and emotionally invested person out of the bunch to talk about such a vehicle. Thanks for making such great content.

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Liam, I appreciate being your go-to on this. Longer videos can put some off, but I always try to give as much info and atmosphere as is possible. Welcome aboard TLBS.

@cozza819 2 года назад

@@TheLateBrakeShow Nothing wrong with the length at all! especially if the video is chaptered! Find out what you want and move on if you're in a rush, never understood that.

@vector409 2 года назад

same Liam

@nicolascontentin4611 2 года назад

I started to watch another video and they made such a mess of it that I stopped watching. What I was after is this video!!! Thanks Jonny

@siviter 2 года назад

@@cozza819 no I agree. I usually watch them in parts anyway.

@yt_Ajay_ 2 года назад

I've seen a few other channels' videos of this van, and Johnny is the only one I've seen so far who thought to park it next to other VW cars for the direct visual comparison. It's a surprisingly useful thing and it's weird that nobody else does it.

@0tispunkm3y3r 2 года назад

It’s almost like he’s been doing this car review thing a long time and perhaps knows what he’s doing!

@cozyflannel 2 года назад

@@0tispunkm3y3r yeah but other industry vets miss things like this. Johnny is a man of the people- he gets it 😂👍🏻

@kuriakos 2 года назад

I appreciated this as well

@AlienLivesMatter 2 года назад

Agree

@anydaynow01 2 года назад

Absolutely top marks for Jonny's review and Bjørn Nyland's, the best ones out there!

@davidgrover2665 2 года назад

Love the fact that Jonny has done his homework & is telling the VW guy the specs! 👍👏👏👏

@nicholasfound 2 года назад

Uh-huh

@aeeeeeeeaaaaaappplle8015 2 года назад

Uh-huh

@homeonwheels2023 2 года назад

Uh-huh

@greasby1golf871 2 года назад

Ahem

@DoubleOSeven007 2 года назад

Not allowed to drive it on your own yet, so was doing the video as Jonny would do normally do it, albeit with a few Uh-huh's from VW man.

@RobRidesEMTB 2 года назад

Perfect electric bike wagon!

@tris7 2 года назад

I have deep respect for VW for bringing these EVs to market. The issue is for me, that they are just too darn expensive and the options/ specs are incredibly confusing. Its very easy to make an ID4 the same money as an iPace- which is nuts. I feel VW should have aimed these cars at 'normal' families and individuals, in which case, the cheap interior materials and cack infotainment can be tolerated if the price is right, but it isnt. This is why the likes of MG are cleaning up, because they've released a very competent EV that has good range, is ok to look at, ok to drive and actually has a better infotainment set up than these VWs, and costs circa £30k (£300 per month). That is spot on for reasonable family transport and actually makes electric a viable alternative to buying an ICE car. Its a missed opportunity as I was hoping that VW of all companies could re'make a true 'peoples EV', not yet.

@mikeg6606 2 года назад

With MG you are getting lower wages for the workers and less environmental standards for production. And supporting a truly awful authoritarian state. Pay the extra. Doesn't have to be VW, but have some morals.

@robmanueb. 2 года назад

Instead pay VWs lawsuit legal bills for lying about their emissions and fixing the recalls.

@tris7 2 года назад

@@mikeg6606 I totally agree. However when we have wage stagnation and soaring prices, people look for the cheapest option. That's why it's up to Western car makers to counter the threat with affordable cars, rather than pretentious 'luxury' SUVs.

@neillgatley8770 2 года назад

I hear what your saying about the price. I think all car makers are less interested in making cars in volume at the moment and more focused on profit. A cheap base model is a thing of the past. The roads will be less contested as we are priced off them. Hopefully the cars that drive past me as I walk will be pleasing to look at. While I can't justify the cost of an I D buzz, I am glad it exists and look forward to seeing them.

@sunnygogna5097 2 года назад

I’ve a feeling they might get it right with loans, hopefully at least.

@shikoku14 2 года назад

I love how you can tell Jonny is actually test driving this as a punter and trying to do the man maths to sell it to Chops!

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Shhhhhh! Was it really that obvious?

@kloeffon 2 года назад

The sequence of facial expressions when the PR guy was talking about the price is pretty good!

@shikoku14 2 года назад

For added “value proposition” if you are planning home battery storage for solar at any point, you are “saving yourself” 10K (that’s for around 15-16kWh and an inverter) and have a lot more to play with 😏 although it sounds like any ID with v 3.1 will be able to offer that when coupled with the VW bi directional charger they showcased a while back

@ForeverNeverwhere1 2 года назад

@@shikoku14 I have home solar on a low energy Passiv Haus, no batteries yet, £££££, An ID Buzz plus 2 days grey winters day battery storage would be a huge benefit. It would cut 10 grand out of my home battery storage needs.

@marks-0-0 2 года назад

@@TheLateBrakeShow Lol would you consider the T7 phev Jonny? I think VW's van range is becoming confusing now with the Transporters, the T7 Multivan and now the Buzz.

@brendanfleming6584 2 года назад

When Jonny is more knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the brand and product than the VW guy!

@zms6005 2 года назад

To be fair, how many trips with reviewers did the vê guy had to do?

@brendanfleming6584 2 года назад

@@zms6005 All the trips I guess! It's a thankless job - not knowing where any vlogger will take the conversation.

@jur4x 2 года назад

What makes you think he is not enthusiastic? He is German.

@AmySorrellMusic 2 года назад

I lived in a type 2 for years, travelling playing music. I named her Turtle. I ADORED my van. This has me thrilled.

@pob1911 2 года назад

Thank you for another brilliant video Jonny. Your channel is my go-to for any motoring news/exclusives and you didn’t disappoint. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

@AlwaysStaringSkyward 2 года назад

Another great review, Jonny! If they get this right (and for me that means having the rear seats on rails so they can slide forwards, backwards and be removed) then it's our next family car.

@gavinwyllie7855 2 года назад

They are definitely on rails, somebody else from a different channel jumped in the back and moved them himself. He didn't say they were removable but they're bound to be if on rails surely.

@AlwaysStaringSkyward 2 года назад

@@gavinwyllie7855 The California seats are on rails and I believe there are aftermarket seats/beds that can fit those rails and be removed so fingers crossed!

@JMc.D 2 года назад

Great video Johnny. I too have been waiting literal decades for this to come to production. It is in fact the first EV I would consider buying myself. I will have to wait a little longer for the used market due to being let’s just say financially embarrassed by the price tag! I’m not an SUV guy, I find sporty estates to be the most practical. My current car is a Passat estate highline GT. But this could be the replacement I’m a few years.

@theklr 2 года назад

🙏🏽 Right now the GOATed preview. No frills, gave all the details needed, opinionated without framing it as a disappointment (after all it's the preproduction cargo). Keep up the great work

@corey6393 2 года назад

I have to admit, having been an air-cooled VW enthusiast for the last few decades, it is hard for me to get excited about this. Not that it isn't new and high tech, it's just that VW corporate has not supported the old VW hobby, only taken from it. Using some basic design elements from back then, and playing on nostalgia, to make a new vehicle that looks just like everyone else's. Great job on the video, you do very nice work and I have enjoyed several of your other episodes. But this just seems to be another new car that will blend into the parking lot like the rest of them.

@timwilks666 2 года назад

Had a T5 Kombi daily driver for the last 8 years. The perfect do-everything vehicle. Sometimes it's a van, sometimes it's a bedroom, usually it's just a 5-seat 5-door hatchback. Presumably I'm the target market for the Buzz ? Hmm.

@DanG90 2 года назад

I have many fond memories of my Grandparents driving me around as a kid in their Kombi, which was my mum and siblings family car too! I’ve always wanted to get something similar, the ID Buzz makes a lot of sense, especially as I have a growing family myself. Great review, has really got me thinking now….just need to wait for that configurator 😎

@chris202094 2 года назад

Bar far the best look at the buzz/cargo ! The genuine passion you have for this shines through to any vw fan. I look forward to more.

@stephenwensley9328 2 года назад

That comparison to the ID3 was amazing, the driving position of the buzz looked near identical to the ID3, in fact it looks very much like a direct change of body-shell on the same skateboard. Amazing packaging to make the Buzz and ID3 look so different from the drivers seat

@craigoneill4504 2 года назад

That was the best review so far, awesome work Jonny! What a great vehicle, looking forward to trying out the Buzz version.

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Many thanks Craig.

@connyrikardsson9559 2 года назад

Love it! And you touch all questions I have when I watch the show. Right distans to what you see and describes. Excellent work.

@geekdomo 2 года назад

How does it feel to get more views than your old boss? I watched theirs first and yours by far is the most informative. You talk about the styling and cover more details. It seemed like they were just going through the paces. "Oh we better cover this, blah blah". Love the work you do Jonny.

@elcharphe 2 года назад

This is the EV at the top of my most-wanted list. I loved the preview of it you did in Santa Monica several years ago, and have watched it more than once. It is exciting that it is getting very close to being on sale, with an exterior that looks pretty much like the prototype. Yay for electric boxes on wheels!

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Cheers Larry.

@Horseyman17 2 года назад

I have been waiting years for Jonny to review this, finally it's here 👍

@LeicesterMike 2 года назад

The batteries will outlast the car. So absolutely no need to worry.

@CRAZYCR1T1C 2 года назад

It’s not here yet. Expect a long long waiting list into 2025

@jamielawn1568 2 года назад

When i was a kid, my younger brother had a Matchbox toy of the VW Van concept. We're talking 2001, 2002 maybe. And i cant believe how similar it is to this new van! I think it looks great. I really enjoyed this review. Keep up the great work 👍

@JayWithAJ 2 года назад

Same boat as you, Jonny. Been chewing over the idea of a fully electric family car, but nothing really practical enough. Looks like the Buzz will jump to the top of the list. Single motor, bigger battery pack, 5 seats, tow bar and steel wheels will be the spec to have.

@marks-0-0 2 года назад

Same here, a one car does eveything kinda thing. With a few options this will be £60k though.

@mapmakermyles 2 года назад

Hey Johnny. I have been writing VW since your 2018 video. With this form factor and the MEB skateboard platform they could have made a factory option for wheelchair accessibility. If you do another video with the VW folks I would love to hear you ask them about accessibility. Lots car nuts in wheelchairs stuck modifying ICE cars with transmission tunnels etc.

@vdubster 2 года назад

20 years you and me both 🤙🏻 I loved my Touran , I love my T5. This is the way forward. Yours was the review I was waiting for as I know you’re a true dubber.

@ForeverNeverwhere1 2 года назад

Yeah, as a fellow dubber of old, pretty much everything he concentrated on were things i would have too. I have never come across another journo with the same perspective, he seemed almost bored asking the top speed, evidently spent too long driving a 45 hp flat four to care that much anymore.

@onsight2822 2 года назад

I loved vw until they went down the electric handbrake road 🤦‍♂️ £560 to fix the handbrake button every 4 years ! Fook that for a laugh i'll never by a vw again the customer service is like having dog shit rubbed in your face ! Have fun with that 😉

@vdubster 2 года назад

@@onsight2822 luckily I’ve never had one new enough to have that god awful function 😂

@sorenrehmann3518 2 года назад

Great video Jonny! You know the numbers, you are enthusiastic about it, you share all the emotions that many VW Bus fans have! My first one was a 67 T1 Westfalia camper with Safari windows, that I owned in Arizona in 1982-84 and I drove it to Mexico and Canada. The ID Buzz Cargo will be my daily driver asap and I will take my granddaughter in the middle seat. Circle of life! Thanks a lot Jonny!

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Sounds excellent Soren. Will you buy it in matching colours to your old Westy?

@IanWilkinson 2 года назад

Four separate videos for this vehicle appeared in my subscription feed this morning - this is the one I chose to watch first ;-)

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Ian, we love you.

@ForeverNeverwhere1 2 года назад

Best review of the ID Buzz so far, Jonny, I know it was hard as there was so much secret about it. I have the same emotional attachment to the type 2 VW's as you, so was looking forward to your take more than anyone, But 50 k, I am sure the version I would want is closer to 60 k. Windowed 2 front seat van with lift up rear hatch. 2 tone paint, Steelie or empi 5 spoke alloys. I can sort my own fun interior out as from what we can see it is a bit corporate boring VW black and grey. But the price..........\o/.…. Anyway, well done for getting as much as you did out of Marcus. I'll work out if I need to start saving on March the 9th. I would sell my Splitty if they nail it.

@garyhalkon8749 2 года назад

Jonny is always the consummate professional giving stats and figures after doing his homework. Another well appointed episode. Would be great for a revisit when officially released and you can review the inside. A perfect end to the working day by watching my favourite motoring journalist 😊

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Many thanks for watching Gary.

@jamesrapp9778 2 года назад

Johny, cheers for the video mate. I too have been waiting for this mate! Cheers mate 😎 👌

@robpole6229 2 года назад

What a lovely way to start the week - thanks Jonny! :-)

@tomattime 2 года назад

One of the most exciting EV's to date. Brilliant episode too.

@timothornton7263 2 года назад

Great review Jonny - I've also been waiting 20 years for this launch - I have had every version of the beetle (old and new) and still have a 1972 T2 in the garage... It's a shame they've toned down the retro looks from the concept version you drove in Cali, but that was always going to happen! Look forward to seeing inside the MPV version properly! Fingers crossed they get it right. Would love one you can take the back seats out of, especially if I could slide the longboard under the front seats to get it inside the vehicle, or even clamp a bed and cooker into the floor rails for real flexibility - how good would that be?

@rickwilkinson1843 2 года назад

The little grin on Johnny's face when he heard the words "world premier march 9th" absolutely brilliant 👍

@MickKerr 2 года назад

Dude, really enjoyed the preview. I watched a couple of other vids on the Id.buzz and initially balked at 30 minute time but gee it was worth the watch. Having Marcus in the car with you was great. Loved hearing his thoughts. Also the things you do that the others don’t. A good walk around outside and the comparison between the multi van and the id.3, nice touches!

@ianjobernsdrivinginstructor 2 года назад

Short overhang but measure the distance from the steering wheel to the front bumper - you're sat a fair way back these days. Another great video - I will look forward to seeing the finished version shortly 👌

@asahorsman6690 2 года назад

As a big vw fan I can’t wait for this, its all i want in a vehicle, it has the retro/vw thing, its an EV , I can use it for work, I can use it for family, good show Jonny!

@stephenswift9868 2 года назад

Lots more useful information than the other videos I’ve watched about the Buzz. Thanks! Looking forward to the big reveal!

@paulcarrington6254 2 года назад

By far the most comprehensive and in depth review I have seen well done to you jonny (I can see some people ordering that paint job)

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Many thanks Paul. Yeah, I quite like this decal job as well.

@stephenphilip8 2 года назад

Awesome showcase of the buzz Jonny! Can't wait for the March 9 launch. I've been holding out for an electric and I think the buzz will be the winner for me.

@kempez 2 года назад

Great video as usual Johnny. Your passion really comes through and especially in this one. The car is very interesting and I really hope a couple of years down the line I can tempt my wife to maybe get a 7 seat one of these instead of our current (new), XC90 T8. Maybe when charging is just that little bit better and she finally gives up on needing a fuel tank! Interested to see the final version and the video review from you! Thanks 👍

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

👍🏽

@brendonoleary519 2 года назад

I wrote on the video preview comments that this would be listening to a new album from your favourite band, partly excited about something that could be brilliant and partly scared it'd be rubbish. I've opened the CD- remember those? - then sat down to listen. I've got an enormous grin on my face. I think this'll be awesome. Thanks, Jonny. This is a brilliant video. I now need to figure out how to earn enough money to afford one(!).

@promtbeat 2 года назад

This is the electric vehicle I want! If I can put a tow bar on it .....then it will be perfect for me for home life and for my business. Its all the vehicle I need in one perfect package. Looks absolutely MEGA too! Great video as always Mr Smith! Please talk about it on Smith and Sniff

@rampanttwattery4844 2 года назад

Great review Jonny, absolutely fantastic. Thank you. Hugely excited about this in people carrier spec.

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Thanks for watching ✊🏽

@rampanttwattery4844 2 года назад

These look cool in the pre-production camo’, I wonder if they will offer it as a wrap on production cars? I hope so. If not I suspect the aftermarket will step up. Presumably some nice two tone white-over-something schemes will be available from the factory

@sandyhagen9155 2 года назад

I love this review of the ID Buzz, and really hope you manage to do a review, including the interior, of the passenger version soon. As far as colour goes, I’m sure VW will do various split colour combinations. But you know something? I would happily take one in the “camouflage” colour scheme on the one you’re driving. Stay safe and well. 😊👍🏻

@timwood7808 2 года назад

Well done Johnny. Great looking Van/Buzz. They are going to sell a TON of these!

@howardsly6174 2 года назад

Great review Jonny. Very detailed. Very exciting. Going to be out of my price range but looking forward to seeing it on the roads.

@stephenwensley9328 2 года назад

I’m hoping Jonny is spot on about the residuals holding up, that should lead to a very low leasing price. Unfortunately by the time is out and the lease market understands it my 9 year old twins will probably have flown the nest and I’ll no longer have a need for a car of this type!

@thelmjc 2 года назад

I've been waiting years for this and I feel VW is taking advantage of the anticipation and the press. You do a great job with what you are allowed to share it come on this is ridiculous.

@anthonyblacker8471 2 года назад

Waiting for this one for a while!! Also, GREAT looking watch Johnny! Thanks so much for the really wonderful work you've been up to.. Hope to see you with a million subs soon!! Edit: I actually LOVE the camouflage skin on it!

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Many thanks Anthony. Watch is a U-boat U42.

@linn4538 2 года назад

Love it! Great initial review. We are waiting for it in Canada!

@bryandavies6074 2 года назад

Great to see you doing this - after your fantastic concept launch video. Your transporter knowledge and enthusiasm shines through too. Thank You.

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Cheers.

@toyotaprius79 2 года назад

I was strongly hoping that VW would at least make the front jump seats available for the MPV. The Honda FRV and Fiat Multipla were like the only 6 seat two row family cars on the market. Loved the video, Johnny!! 👌❤️

@carlw5085 2 года назад

Great review Jonny, as always. Your knowledge and enthusiasm shines through. I think in a two-tone colour scheme and some choice retro rims, the 'buzz could look pretty good. Shame about the dodgy infotainment and touch screen heating controls! What was wrong with knobs and dials?!

@jakegarrod2565 2 года назад

Another great video Jonny, absolutely love it!

@murraywhyte3467 7 месяцев назад

Super review by a super bloke. Very knowledgeable, unbiased and honest review.

@furtiveone 2 года назад

Love it. I currently have a T6 campervan and would love to see what it's like behind the sliding door to see how a camper conversion would work in one. Maybe wait for the LWB version though

@AdamsWorlds 2 года назад

Cool little thing. I just really want a decent 4x4 MPV with a fair amount of ground clearance and option for a set of decent all terrains. I live out in the countryside where 4x4 can be mandatory a few months of the year. With the flooding we have here also a little ground clearance goes a very long way! Very much like you with the whole large space, towbar, jack of all trades type deal. For now im going to stick to my old kia sportage. But man i would love one of these with a 6" lift and 4x4. Not that in matters to me personally. Well done for the Vegan interior! Full support and backing for stuff like that. Oh and please VW, physical buttons! Don't want to navigate a tablet while driving, just let me turn a knob or press a button.

@ipodite 2 года назад

Jonny - I’m excited - finally something that would move me on from my i3. Great review 👍

@Nordkapp65 2 года назад

Fully agree with you Jonny, that could be the next family car, really impressive review, lots of questions, some slight acknowledgement by your passenger!

@vokstar 2 года назад

Have seen a few others do vids on this, been waiting for this one to drop, as the kids might say.

@markonmotoring 2 года назад

I'm with you Johnny. MPVs are far more appealing to me than any SUV.

@Kenny_P_abz 2 года назад

Fabulous review Jonny. Totally agree with you re MPVs. I bought a Touran over a Tiguan for the reasons you cited. This Buzz is something else though - incredible.

@JonathanPorterfield 2 года назад

Great quality episode Jonny ,Fab !

@karlhurn 2 года назад

Great video Johnny, but they took the cool Buzz concept and made it look like a T6. The funky graphics can’t hide that they’ve sucked the joy out of it.

@ZesPak 2 года назад

I agree, the window line ruins it.

@playwme3 2 года назад

They’ve obviously realised that if you make a vehicle too niche, you put off a lot of potential buyers. You make money by appealing to the masses.

@patreekotime4578 2 года назад

They also kind of redesigned it to be a stretched out ID3. Which just makes it lumpy and fussy where it should be smooth. It is somehow even less charismatic than a 90s Ford Aerostar minivan, which is impressive. Especially considering that the pattern for this vehicle is supposedly the most charismatic small van ever made. 🤷 Would it have killed VW to just give the people what they want for once?

@andrewf4797 2 года назад

totally agree, it looks lke a normal van now

@morosis82 2 года назад

It's probably going to depend on how you paint it.

@rickygray222 2 года назад

😍 that is going to look brilliant in a split colour scheme…I can see this selling well. Price is a bit steep but such is the way with EV’s

@tonyhickson2500 2 года назад

Got an ID.3 mostly based on Johnny’s review. Having watched this, now saving for a Buzz California to replace the T5 in a few years!

@raypayne2228 2 года назад

No idea what’s more spectacular, the wrap on that van or your jumper.

@Ads.D 2 года назад

Thanks Johnny for the nicely produced vid despite the limited information you could give out 👍 Although I can see a fair bit of negativity about its real world looks already, I think people have forgotten that it is, and always has been, foremost a van 🤨. The important things are the fundamentals such as drive quality, feeling etc, the rest are cosmetic and can be (& no doubt will be) changed later if required. I think from what little we can see, it holds quite true to the concept, and the only thing I'm not too keen on are the 'stuck on' look hinges of the rear doors on the cargo version 🤔 It would have to be the giant tailgate version for me. Also, would've liked the charge port centrally on the nose under the VW logo 😁 but I realise why it is where it is. The pricing will very much be key...

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Great comments, and I agree to all of them. Folks have forgotten the Type 2 was always 'just a van'.

@mycosys 2 года назад

Most people just cant see the lines through the camo, which isnt THAT surprising since thats the whole point of the camo

@aritakalo8011 2 года назад

Well those stuck on hinges are for a reason. I seem to remember those are full 180 swing out opening cargo doors. Not just normal doors 90 degree rear doors. Which is important to commercial customers, since with 180 cargo doors one can back the van straight up to a raised loading ramp or a warehouse door without having to leave room for the sticking out of the back doors. Thus allowing straight loading from inside the building. Also side opening 180 cargo doors allow things like forklifts, which are many times wider than the cargo opening in their main chassis to drive right flush to the back thus say fork lifting a pallet straight to the back. Since again not an accident they sized the cargo back to just exactly fit two euro pallets. Also same why no up raising gate..... Where does the lift frame of the fork lift go, if there is the raised gate to collide into and overhanging the loading lip It is a real work van and one can see designed as such. Oh and absolutely agree on the.. People forget even T2 was a van. Nobody just bothers to remember the boring panel van ones/bothered to keep them around. What was kept around was the bus versions with all the buzz about how many windows this and that version has, since they had more personal use and owners. Where as the T2 panel vans were used until parts wore through and well after it came end of life that fleet owner just changed to newer panel van. Plus well the T2 panel van wouldn't stick out compared to many other panel vans of the time anyway on a quick look.

@Ads.D 2 года назад

@@aritakalo8011 very good points - I suspected it might be something like that. Wouldn't have done any harm to have body colour matched them for the preview models though 😁

@Richard_Turner 2 года назад

@@Ads.D if you look closely they are matched. The cargo van is black under the wrap

@ijustfelldown 2 года назад

India never got any of the VW vans. I hope they launch some version of this car here in India in near future. It looks just so good. Not hard to imagine the shape despite the livery.

@tumbleweed1976 2 года назад

World premier March 9? Sure has taken a long time. Thank you for the review and Allan Partridge reference 🎈

@peakproofuk 2 года назад

You are SO the right person to review this. I feel the same - electric / skateboard REALLY suits the bus

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

Cheers!

@DanielDrives 2 года назад

Since I first saw the concept at Goodwood in 2019, I have been waiting eagerly for the Buzz to become a reality. It has definitely been worth the wait; this thing is fantastic. Jonny, great video, but I think I will have to boycott the channel if you and Chops don't buy one ;) I'm "buzzing".

@SnakeyUk08 2 года назад

Looking good so far apart from the migraine inducing colours ,also loved the suprise from Marcus as you asked about him and how long he worked for Vw not many reviewers do that but of course this why we follow Jonny :)

@bmwalker89 2 года назад

That look Marcus gave him around 16.40 was quite touching!

@BobFlavinVideo 2 года назад

Great review Jonny I can’t wait for the finished van to come out!

@magnusonf1 2 года назад

Jonny, Bravo. Well done video for what information you were able to give. I'm with you. I want something for my family that's electric. i have 3 kids, and currently there isn't anything on the market that can fit our needs, for the right price, with the correct range. The magic combo we would want is 7-8 passenger, 300 mile range for around $40k. This does not exist currently. I feel this does the closest for our needs. The range is not quite there, but close. I also have an old 65 split window bus, which is also maximizing its wheelbase with space. This does the same. Love it, and can't wait. We will be first in line when they finally arrive stateside.

@georgedaville4662 2 года назад

Firstly, a great review Jonny, as always, of a vehicle that always had my eye. However, as many have already said, the price point is totally untenable for the average family. Used vehicles will also be expensive, so that is not an option for the forthcoming future. I fear that there will be be many ICE vehicles on the road with starship mileage for years to come, unless EV prices come down.

@darrensaquaticsworld 2 года назад

If this is 50k for a VW mini van that's just crazy money, electric or not. Imagine how much the camper will be. Oh and than the government will start charging electric vehicles by the mile to get those taxes.

@darrylmac6150 2 года назад

Those A- panel windows are quite reminiscent of the original VW Sharan. Nice video as usual Jonny, good production accompanied with your journalistic approach makes this the video of the ID van to watch.

@rikm12 2 года назад

well done Johnny ... another great review...

@thoughtloop1737 2 года назад

Wow. This new ID van would be very cool if they built it as a 3 seater (bench) with truck bed like the old ones at 6:08

@jamesengland7461 2 года назад

Yes. That would be brilliant!

@andybpoole 2 года назад

£50k sounds like a lot and I expect you can add £5k to that for a nicely spec'd MPV version. However if you are able to take advantage of the bi-directional charging with a good solar array it would make a really compelling option. Afterall a Tesla Powerwall will run you at least £8.5k and that only gives you 13.5kwh capacity.

@rkan2 2 года назад

It is kind of unbelievable Tesla hasn't done anything to add V2G/V2L

@global_nomad. 2 года назад

thanks for all the details and close look at details - the youtubers in Copenhagen got to film inside (Björn Nyland) even though limited and much was covered so not sure why you were more restricted. like the look of the short wheelbase and thansk for showing it next to an ID 3 ..helps understand the relative smallness. Drive a zipcar VW Transporter occasionally so can see how much better this is for consumers

@ninjafada 2 года назад

good job vw ! perfect size / performance / look, i was hoping for a 4X4 option , thx jonny for the preview !

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

There will be an AWD twin motor version.

@SvenIffert 2 года назад

I feel the same way about having an electric Van/Bus as my family car but I am sure that this one will be massively expensive because VW is just aiming at a more lifestyle oriented clientele which is willing to pay extra

@yrma_fletcher8953 2 года назад

remember vw have other brands like skoda and seat... and they'll share this platform.

@yrma_fletcher8953 2 года назад

theres a guy on electric classic car channel, he converts classics to EV, may be worth looking at for some different options?

@XTR985 2 года назад

VW commercial vehicles are always expensive to buy, but they usually have great Lease options for the self employed (UK) and with the great residuals the monthly payment are usually affordable I had a 180 Sportline T5 it was worth silly money when I sold it

@yrma_fletcher8953 2 года назад

@@XTR985 used car/van prices are so high right now too. Some used are going for higher than listed new price

@flyingpanhandle 2 года назад

As Jonny said, comparable to the T6s that are already on the market. I wouldn't consider that massively expensive.

@devonbikefilms 2 года назад

Going to wait until I see one for real without the silly stripes. I’m just a bit disappointed the suits insisted on a corporate face instead of the stunning concept. I’m sure I’ll get over it in time, but not quite yet. We’ll have to have a serious think about whether one of these replaces or T5 camper in time, depending what competition comes along over the next three years.

@mycosys 2 года назад

You really should wait to see it without the camo wrap that deliberately hides the lines of the car. Its very obviously changed very little, the side creases and rear strakes are still there, the lights if anything will even better suit the 2-tone paint.

@brooksietyper 2 года назад

I completely agree. There are some renders online based on the latest version and it looks awful, more of a van than the original concept. I too really want it as a family wagon, but not if it looks like the renders. Also 135kw just isn’t that fast anymore. VW lagging behind their American and South Korean competitors.

@josefv8708 2 года назад

@@brooksietyper no, with this increase to 135kw and better charging curve, they end with about 27mins from 10 to 80%...Tesla has the Marketing value of above 200kw,but drops heavily after 50%. The time to 80 is only about 2 to 3mins faster...cannot See the big advantage any more

@MichaelPickles 2 года назад

5 minutes in and you're already way ahead of every other reviewer. Lots of great details.

@LifeofnotBrian 2 года назад

Well, I've just ordered a Buzz - that's how much I like it! And I haven't actually seen one yet (very few have, I suspect, as the dealer won't have any demonstrators in until august/september). I've ordered White over Bay leaf Green exterior paint and white w/jade inserts interior. Can't wait! Jonny's reviews are fantastic as always!

@RustyBonnet 2 года назад

Great review as always Johnny, but i cant get excited about a Minibus that is so far from the original concept its sad. Typical VW playing it safe yet again. It just too safe no matter how its powered. I said on your IG channel that its a bit T6, probably more T7.

@adamclark6756 2 года назад

I hope you are right about it making MPV's cool again. My daughter is dithering about getting an SUV and i am pushing the estate argument. Looks cool so far.

@marks-0-0 2 года назад

Its mad isn't it, suv's are just bloated cars with not really anymore room inside. Why do people fall for it.

@jerasmie1264 2 года назад

Great review! I have owned a couple of Bugs a New Beetle a baywindow cargo van and a crew cab and a couple of Mk1 Golf 15 months I picked up my first BEV a VW ID.3 and the moore i drive it the moore it connects back to the simplicity and purity of design and usability of the bug and Golf it feels like those but modern In December 2023 my ID.3 goes back and I have already told my dealer to have a ID BUZZ with the largest battery pack tow package matrix lights waiting for me Can't wait....

@actuallypaulstanley 2 года назад

What an excellent review @Jonny. It was a _car guy_ having organised a test drive in a car they have researched so know more about the car than the salesman sitting in the passenger seat...

@captnjaygreybeard6394 2 года назад

I look forward to see the standard two colour versions.

@marks-0-0 2 года назад

Hopefully they'll offer some of the original pastel shades like the orange, green and blues

@captnjaygreybeard6394 2 года назад

@@marks-0-0 👍

@WolfiesWheels 2 года назад

Great film, thanks. I think when the Tesla M3 is due to go back in 2023 the Buzz will be top of the list. Especially as they seem to have cracked the RF card/app farce of UK public charging. Any ideas when the configurator will be live? Like you Jonny I have an emotional attachment to the T2 as Dad had a Bayfront camper van in the mid 70s and I have so many happy childhood memories..

@eddieruiz8087 2 года назад

You are the perfect reviewer for this vehicle. Like you, I’ve been waiting for it for a long time. My wife and myself are wishing to have an American version of the California series with this model. We hope VW consider that market very soon. Again, thanks for doing this magnificent VW iBuzz review.

@YHWH101 2 года назад

Yes where’s the California series?!

@andybowyer3602 2 года назад

Johnny your all over that ID like a charity shop suit 🤣 Only pulling your leg brother! I know you love VW busses, good review m8!😉👍

@thewizardofnoz1794 2 года назад

The concept car was much cooler than this, with its rounded design.

@JesusChrist-kh1ls 2 года назад

Agreed. This car look like every other car now coming from China

@beatmeierbm 2 года назад

This is what i was waiting for . Curious about the 5 seat interior and the price

@TheLateBrakeShow 2 года назад

5 seat Buzz will be entry level, then 7 seat will come later (plus California).

@mycosys 2 года назад

I had an Auto '74 Type 2 commercial, was the ultimate cruise mobile. Generally kept it set up as a 5 seater with the center seats and a huge load bed, was incredibly versatile.

@beatmeierbm 2 года назад

@@mycosys Me too but 3 seats only but more bed🤪

@mycosys 2 года назад

@@beatmeierbm exactly, massive 5 seater wagon, just enough room to sleep 2 (or 3 in a pinch), space under the bed for that stuff you keep stashed for emergencies. Was just brilliant. Thankfully this is certain to be harder to roll XD