The speaker discusses the Volkswagen ID Buzz, an electric vehicle that is a revival of the classic Microbus. The ID Buzz is part of a series of EVs released by VW under the ID sub-brand, and it's one of the most anticipated models. The speaker drives the vehicle and describes its performance, noting its sensitivity and fun factor.
The ID Buzz is designed to be a unique offering in the market dominated by SUVs and crossovers. It has a more premium feel and a slightly more modern design. The speaker mentions that the vehicle has a regenerative braking system and a unique design for direction.
The ID Buzz has a European version and a larger three-row American version. The European version is being driven, while the American version is not yet ready for test drives. The European model is 185 inches long, similar to the length of one of VW's compact SUVs. The American version adds 10 extra inches, making it a bit longer.
The American version has a longer wheelbase to match the stretched body, and VW says this should keep driving dynamics similar to those of the European model. The American version also has a light-up logo on the front and special colors.
The speaker mentions that the American version is more upscale and has a feature that allows the glass to go opaque at the touch of a button or a swipe of a finger.
The speaker also talks about the high-end consumer target and the vehicle's modern features, including driver assistance functions and audio controls. VW has not released pricing info for the US yet, but there is speculation it is aiming for a base price in the low 60,000 range.
The speaker mentions that the ID Buzz has a 91 kilowatt-hour battery, which is larger than the one on VW's ID4 electric SUV. The ID4 gets a maximum EPA range of 275 miles, while the ID Buzz has a larger battery but a larger vehicle and far less aerodynamic.
The speaker concludes by mentioning that the ID Buzz can fit up to seven people and a ton of stuff, and it's not just a van or minivan, but a new segment - the bus segment.
1. The Volkswagen ID Buzz is an electric vehicle that is a revival of the classic Microbus, a design that helped VW become a legend in the US and around the world .
2. VW is releasing a slew of EVS under the ID sub-brand, with the ID Buzz being one of the most anticipated .
3. The ID Buzz is designed to be a throwback to the classic Microbus, with a sensitivity that is reminiscent of the 282 horsepower of the original .
4. VW has made some of the most popular vehicles of all time, including the Beetle, Golf, and Type 2 bus .
5. Currently, VW only holds 2.5 percent of the market in the US, and the company aims to double that by 2030 .
6. The ID Buzz is a tubular creation that is intended to be driven in a time when SUVs and crossovers have all but conquered the market .
7. The ID Buzz has a regenerative braking system, which is a unique feature for the vehicle .
8. The European version of the ID Buzz is being tested in Huntington Beach, California .
9. The American three-row version of the ID Buzz is not yet ready for test drives .
10. The European model of the ID Buzz is 185 inches long, which is about the length of one of VW's compact SUVs .
11. The American three-row version of the ID Buzz adds 10 extra inches to the length of the European model .
12. The U.S Buzz's wheelbase is 10 inches longer to match the stretched body .
13. The U.S Buzz's interiors are different from the European ones, with a more upscale feel .
14. The glass of the ID Buzz can be made completely opaque by a swipe of a finger, blocking out the sun .
15. The ID Buzz is targeting a high-end consumer, with speculation that it is aiming for a base price in the low 60,000 range .
16. The ID Buzz has a 91 kilowatt-hour battery, which is larger than the one on VW's ID4 electric SUV .
17. The ID Buzz can fit up to seven people and a ton of stuff, or any combination of those two .
18. The ID Buzz is not being called a van or a minivan by Volkswagen of America, but rather a new segment, the bus segment .
19. The ID Buzz does 0 to 62 miles per hour in 10.2 seconds, which is faster than the average time for minivans and mainstream EVS .
20. The ID Buzz has an electric punch that adds to its fun factor .