Recently, Volkswagen Passenger Cars and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles jointly launched a new ID in Hamburg. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo, released new cars including ID. Buzz (MPV) and ID. Buzz Cargo (closed trailer), of which the MPV version provides a 5-seat version, and a 6-seat version will be launched later, while the truck version is more like the MPV version of the low-end version of the model, with a closed cargo compartment at the rear, with a choice of two-seater and three-seater versions. The new car will open pre-sale in Europe in May and be launched in the autumn, and then the new car will gradually develop to the US and Canadian markets, combined with the previous statement, the follow-up in the Chinese market will also have the opportunity to introduce.
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Design: ID. Buzz brings Volkswagen Bulli's 70 years of expertise into the era of software digitalization.
Software: Brings the latest and most advanced driver assistance systems to this class, such as Travel Assist full-speed domain driver assistance based on group data and automatic parking.
Charging: "Plug and play" technology for ID. Buzz brings up to 170 kilowatts of convenient charging experience.
Energy Storage: Two-way charging technology allows ID. Buzz's battery power can be delivered to the home power supply system.
Interior space: 5-seat version ID. Buzz provides plenty of space for occupants along with 1,121 litres of luggage space, while ID. Buzz Cargo can be loaded with 2 Euro standard pallets.
When to market: Launch in Europe this autumn, with some countries available for pre-order in May
Volkswagen T2 Elektro
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Id. Buzz is not the first Bulli model to be equipped with an electric drive system. At the Hannover Trade Fair 50 years ago, Volkswagen presented the first prototype T2 with a rear-mounted electric drive. However, its maximum range of only 85 kilometers also shows that the battery technology in 1972 was not yet mature, and the electric vehicles at that time were not suitable for practical use. The dream of 2022 shines into reality, and the zero-emission Bulli is finally here!
The T2 Elektro Transporter, unveiled in 1972 and produced 270 units with a range of 50-80 kilometers, is Volkswagen's first electric vehicle. The car was born out of the global oil crisis of the 1970s, and soaring oil prices put enormous pressure on the automotive industry. The T2 Elektro Transporter was developed to deal with the oil crisis of the time.
The current wave of automobile electrification is not a new thing for volkswagen, nor is it difficult. Today, 50 years later, the future-oriented pure electric Bulli is officially released, ID. Buzz will be another iconic product in the era of electric mobility, and it is also a product unique to Volkswagen. Once upon a time, the Volkswagen Bulli model represented people's yearning for the popularity, autonomy and feelings of emerging vehicles. And ID. Buzz brings this lifestyle into our time: zero emissions, sustainability, full connectivity and a new chapter in the future – autonomous driving. Future, ID. Buzz will also be used for self-driving mobility services such as multi-person ride-sharing, which can be booked through the Group's MOIA software. The electric Bulli will be a new part of the future of city mobility.
The design pays homage to the classic and incorporates more trendy elements
As a member of the Volkswagen ID. family, ID. Buzz is also based on a modular electric drive platform (MEB) and is produced at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' plant in Hanover. In addition, the new electrical and electronic architecture enables continuous iteration of software and technological functions, not only for ID. Buzz, which can also provide OTA remote upgrades for all ID. models that have been delivered. The design aspect is the biggest highlight of the ID.BUZZ, and Volkswagen said it has implanted the DNA of T1 into this era of electric mobility. It has a very close relationship with the Volkswagen T1, "The driver's seat of the T1 is located above the front axle, with almost no front overhang. And ID. The Buzz's front suspension is also short, but it offers excellent security and advanced technology configurations at the same time. ”
Color scheme
Individual color matching: candy white
Metallic color: Moonlight Silver, Lemon Yellow, Starlight Blue, Vibrant Orange, Bay Green
Pearlescent color scheme: Dark night
Two-color body: Candy white can be matched with lemon yellow, star blue, vitality orange, bay green
Optimized space design is more practical
As a pure electric MPV, ID.BUZZ uses a square box body to maximize the space inside the car, and the double-sided sliding door will provide good convenience for rear passengers to get on and off. At the same time, the car also has a dual A-pillar design, which improves the driver's field of vision, while helping to reduce the blind spot of vision and reduce the probability of accidents. The Volkswagen ID.Buzz uses a four-wheel four-corner design to maximize the internal space of the vehicle, so that although the length of the new car is only 4712mm, it has a long wheelbase of 2988mm; compared with the wheelbase of the Volkswagen Matway (parameter 丨 picture) (T6.1) with a body length of 192mm, it is only 12mm. And the two IDs. Buzz's vehicle heights are 1937 mm or 1938 mm depending on the configuration. The 1985 mm vehicle width is 81 mm wider than the T6.1 model, while the steering diameter is only 11.1 m.
| Size comparison | ||||
| Models | Length (mm) | Width(mm) | Height(mm) | Wheelbase(mm) |
| ID.Buzz | 4712 | 1985 | 1937 | 2988 |
| Metaway T6.1 | 4904 | 1904 | 1970 | 3000 |
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As a typical Bulli model, the layout of the ID.Buzz is very clear, the use of space is fully optimized, and the travel space (up to 1,121 liters) can also be enjoyed by 5 people (up to 1,121 liters). With the second row of seats receded, the luggage compartment capacity can be expanded to 2205L. The ID. Buzz Cargo models also stand out, with two or three seats available in the front row, depending on user needs, separated from the 3.9 cubic metre cargo compartment at the rear by a fixed partition. This zero-emission van can be loaded with two transverse European standard pallets.
The interior is filled with "little Easter eggs" to keep you full of memories
The new car features a two-tone interior of white + orange as a tribute to the classic Volkswagen T1 model. At the same time, the interior also features a number of nuanced designs, including: the front seats will be equipped with double armrest design, the front central passage and door panels have a lot of storage space, the rear seats under and in the compartment using model prints and smiley face logos. Two IDs. The buzz model is not only designed with careful consideration, but also includes a delicate control of detail. For example, the five-seat version has unique IDs on the rear seat sides and seat panels. Buzz's silhouette image is reminiscent of the classic model T1 and the legendary minibus concept car unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in 2000.
The new car also uses recycled materials and synthetic materials in the selection of materials, and the interior does not use leather products at all, further strengthening the concept of environmental protection.
In terms of intelligence, the new car contains a new version of the ID software for new driver assistance. The driver assistance system equipped with the new model will provide an easy and safe driving experience. ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo will come standard with the Car2X local traffic warning system, which will grasp the danger information in real time through signals shared by other vehicles and traffic facilities.
Also standard is the Front Assist pre-crash safety system, which also includes lane keeping on the MPV model. With the new software, the ID.family will also have a new driver assistance system. The Travel Assist full-speed domain driver assistance system based on group driving data will be an optional feature that not only provides partial autonomous driving functions in the full speed domain range, but also adds the highway automatic lane change assistance system for the first time. In addition, the new "Memory Parking" feature enables automatic parking along pre-stored routes.
Two-way charging is more convenient
In terms of power, the new European version of the car is equipped with a 77 kWh (total capacity 82 kWh) battery pack, equipped with a rear motor with a maximum power of 150 kW, a peak torque of 310 N·m, and it uses rear-wheel drive with a maximum speed of 145 km/h. However, regarding the power consumption and mileage of the new car, the press conference did not mention it.
Thanks to the battery system at the bottom of the vehicle and the lightweight electric drive system, the vehicle has a balanced front and rear weight distribution and a very low center of gravity, which optimizes handling and agility. Lithium-ion batteries can be charged with 11 kW AC through a charging wall box or a public charging pile. Dc fast charging power through the European CCS standard charging port can reach 170 kW, so it takes only 30 minutes to charge from 5% to 80%. Using the latest version of id.software, ID. Buzz will also provide a "plug and charge" function in the future, which can automatically authorize compatible DC fast charging stations by using the charging interface of the ISO 15118 standard and automatically complete the necessary data exchange with the charging station. Bidirectional charging function enables ID. Buzz is able to use excess power from the battery to power the user's home grid (V2H). Power transmission and communication require the use of a dedicated DC two-way charging wall box.