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VW ID.Buzz

MPV2025+

VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB

The VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB offers around 235 miles of motorway range in the figures shown here, above most rival MPVs in this comparison. Its price sits at the premium end of the class, so weigh range and practicality alongside purchase cost.

MSRP

£60,005

Used from £42,297 · £49,230 avg

Range

282 mi

Battery

79kWh

Charge

185kW

VW ID.Buzz

Specifications

Dimensions

Length4.71m (4712mm)
Width1.99m (1985mm)
Height1.93m (1925mm)
Wheelbase2.99m (2989mm)

Data notes

Methodology

Distinctive measurements from verified UK catalogue data.

  • 282 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of MPVs we track.
  • Peak DC charging of 185 kW, faster than 80% of MPVs in our catalogue.

EVcarsguide Scores

Ranked against similar EVs

5.3
/10 avg
Family friendlyLimited data
Excellent9.1
Charging speed
Very good7.9
Value for money
Good6.1
Motorway range
Good5.9

Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works

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What the Critics Say

8.5/10

4 reviews

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Euro NCAP Safety

Tested 2022

Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)

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Used VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB Listings

£50,499

(2025)

via car360.co.uk

£50,499

(2025)

via car360.co.uk

Listings are from independent dealers' own websites. We have no commercial relationship with them.

Size Overview

VW ID.Buzz
4.71m
1.93m

Length

4.71m

Width

1.99m

Height

1.93m

Size category: Large

Battery Health Estimator

Estimated condition if buying used

95%
est. battery health
2 years old
New12 yrs
State of Health (SoH)Excellent
50%100%
Summer range
228 mi
367 km · WLTP 282 mi
Winter range
168 mi
271 km · WLTP 282 mi
Est. useable capacity75.1 kWh/ 79 kWh new
Battery warranty~6 yrs remainingor 161k km
Moderate confidence

NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits

Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery - best charged to 80–90%

Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.

Detailed degradation forecast

After 3 years, the VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 224 miles in summer and 165 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 215 miles in summer and 159 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 202 miles in summer and 149 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.

Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.

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What should a lease on this car cost?

Company-car tax (BiK)

2026-27 · 4% band

P11D value£60,005
Basic (20%)£40/mo
Higher (40%)£80/mo
Additional (45%)£90/mo

Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £822/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £557/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).

VW ID.Buzz

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