There have been enough words typed about Volkswagen’s much-anticipated Microbus revival, the ID Buzz, so I’m just going to cut to the chase. VW un

VW ID Buzz debuts three-row electric Microbus for the US with more power and space

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2023-06-04 17:30:07

There have been enough words typed about Volkswagen’s much-anticipated Microbus revival, the ID Buzz, so I’m just going to cut to the chase. VW unveiled the three-row, long-wheelbase (LWB) version of the ID Buzz in California today — the one that will actually be coming to the US — and it’s exactly what we’ve hoped for.

In addition to offering a lot more space for cargo and passengers, the US-spec Buzz has updated tech and more powerful powertrains without compromising on style. At 192.4 inches in length, the three-row ID Buzz is only 6.9 inches longer than the two-row, short-wheelbase (SWB) European ID Buzz that was revealed last year, but its 127.5-inch wheelbase is 9.9 inches longer.

That means the LWB ID Buzz is shorter in length than VW’s large Atlas SUV — its only current three-row offering in America — while offering a longer wheelbase and five more inches of overall height. The SWB Buzz has the same turning radius as the compact Golf hatchback despite being over a foot longer, so the LWB version should still feature similarly great maneuverability.

Aside from the added length, nothing has been changed about the ID Buzz’s styling. It’s a perfect example of retro-futuristic design and easily the best execution of VW’s current design language.