VW ID Buzz Set to Finally Arrive in the US with $61,545 Starting Price
The iconic Microbus returns with three trims, cutting-edge features, and a starting price of $61,545 for the U.S. market.
Nostalgic Meets Electric in the 2025 VW ID.Buzz
Volkswagen is reintroducing the iconic Microbus to U.S. customers with its all-electric ID.Buzz. The 2025 model, long-awaited by enthusiasts, is priced at $61,545 for the base Pro S trim, while higher trims like the Pro S Plus and the limited-run First Edition command prices up to $71,545. Each model offers a variety of features designed to appeal to both nostalgic buyers and those seeking modern electric vehicles.
Pro S and Pro S Plus: Key Differences
The entry-level Pro S trim starts at $61,545 and includes essential features like 20-inch wheels, heated front seats, a power tailgate, and power-sliding rear doors. Powered by a single rear motor, it delivers 282 horsepower and offers rear-wheel drive as standard. Moving up to the Pro S Plus, which starts at $65,045, buyers gain access to a more premium interior and additional tech features. This includes a 14-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, a head-up display, and a trailer hitch. All-wheel drive is available for an extra $4,500, adding a second motor that boosts horsepower to 335.
Exclusive Features in the First Edition
The First Edition, priced at $67,045, is packed with features from the lower trims but stands out with additional aesthetic touches like custom wheels, heritage-inspired floor mats, and unique badges. This model also comes with roof-mounted crossbars and a glass roof equipped with electrochromic tinting that adjusts opacity with a simple touch. When opting for all-wheel drive, the First Edition hits the upper price threshold at $71,545.
Driving Range and Performance
All ID.Buzz models come with a 91-kWh battery, offering an EPA-estimated range of 234 miles for rear-wheel-drive versions and 231 miles for all-wheel-drive configurations. The vehicle’s powertrain options align with these ranges, offering 282 horsepower in rear-wheel-drive setups and 335 horsepower when equipped with all-wheel drive. Despite its size, the ID.Buzz maintains an aerodynamic coefficient of drag of 0.29, contributing to its efficiency.
Thoughtful Design and Technology
Volkswagen has paid attention to blending retro elements with modern technology in the ID. Buzz. The vehicle comes standard with a three-row seating arrangement, ambient lighting, a 12.9-inch infotainment screen, and a 5.3-inch digital gauge cluster. An innovative ID.Light system provides real-time driving information through LED signals along the windshield, enhancing both safety and user experience. The long-wheelbase design—over 16 feet—provides ample interior space, making it practical for family trips or cargo transport.
Production and Platform
The ID.Buzz is built on Volkswagen's MEB electric vehicle platform, which it shares with the ID.4 and the delayed ID.7 models. Production takes place in Hanover, Germany, where the model is tailored specifically for U.S. buyers. While European markets receive a shorter version of the ID.Buzz, the long-wheelbase variant is standard in the U.S., ensuring more space and versatility.
