Volkswagen has been testing the all-electric ID.BUZZ for many months now but these two images provide us with a look of the ID.BUZZ’s (or ID. Buzz / ID Buzz, as VW hasn’t clarified how it will spell its name yet) the production-ready skin for the first time. It certainly features some of the design elements of the concept unveiled a few years ago but does have some unique elements.
The front fascia of this ID.BUZZ prototype has headlights similar to those of other ID models and while VW has tried to hide the finished design of these lights with some stickers, we can see the U-shaped LED daytime running light. In addition, the EV features a strip of chrome connecting the headlights and a black faux grille.
Look further down the fascia of the ID.BUZZ and you will notice a pronounced bumper with round fog lights and a black grille. Elsewhere, we can see that this prototype is a commercial variant of the electric van as evidenced by the lack or second- and third-row side windows. It also features a prominent cut that runs along the sides, just below the wing mirrors. As for the rear, it is quite different than the concept and the presence of stickers over the taillights makes this prototype look rather odd.
VW first confirmed the ID.BUZZ for production next year way back in mid-2017. Certain technical specifications about the production model remain unclear but it is expected to have a range of around 550 km on the European test cycle and be offered with 48 kWh and 111 kWh battery packs. Previous spy shots have revealed that the interior will share parts with the ID.3 and ID.4, including a digital instrument panel and a large touchscreen infotainment system.
The production ID.BUZZ will first go on sale in Europe in both passenger and commercial versions with a choice of short and long wheelbase starting 2022, followed the next year by the rest of the world, including North America. The U.S. will likely only get the passenger version.
