Volkswagen ID. Buzz Earns Title Of Best Car To Buy 2025 From Green Car Reports

Published: Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 0:51 [IST]

The all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz, a modern take on the classic microbus, starts at $59,995 MSRP. Rear-wheel-drive models produce 282 horsepower, while the 4Motion® all-wheel-drive versions offer 335 hp. Volkswagen of America has announced that the ID. Buzz has been named Green Car Reports’ Best Car To Buy 2025.

Volkswagen's ID. Buzz is available in three trims: Pro S, Pro S Plus, and a limited launch-only 1st Edition. It offers both rear-wheel-drive and 4Motion® all-wheel-drive options. The rear-wheel-drive variant provides an EPA-estimated range of 234 miles, while the all-wheel-drive version offers a range of 231 miles.

ID. Buzz Wins Best Car To Buy 2025 Award

The ID. Buzz combines retro charm with modern technology, featuring an oversized VW logo and short overhangs alongside vibrant colour options for personalisation. This electric vehicle accommodates up to seven passengers across three rows and offers ample cargo space, merging practicality with performance.

"Like the Microbus, the ID. Buzz is simply iconic," said Andrew Savvas, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer of Volkswagen of America. "The ID. Buzz is supercharging excitement for the Volkswagen brand, and I’m humbled to see the thumbs up and waves you get whenever you’re behind the wheel."

Green Car Reports evaluates vehicles based on environmental impact, efficiency, and market influence. The ID. Buzz excelled in these areas, showcasing Volkswagen’s dedication to sustainability combined with exceptional design and functionality.

"The ID. Buzz carries more people, more efficiently, than anything in its class," stated Martin Padgett, Editorial Director at Green Car Reports. "The bonus? It looks and feels like the reincarnation of the Microbus—just better in every way."

Charging Plan Details

The ID. Buzz includes a three-year charging plan from Electrify America with Pass+ membership and 500 kWh of complimentary charging. Pass+ members save about 25% compared to standard rates. This plan begins upon vehicle purchase but excludes idle fees during charging sessions.

Volkswagen Group of America operates from Reston, Virginia, selling various models through over 600 U.S. dealers. Their Chattanooga facility produces vehicles like Atlas and ID.4 for the U.S market.

The global Volkswagen Group ranks among the largest car producers worldwide and leads as Europe's biggest automaker.