Milton Keynes, UK – 29 November 2024
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles continues its remarkable streak of accolades with the ID. Buzz 7-Seat claiming the coveted title of ‘Best Van-based MPV’ at the prestigious 2025 What Car? Van and Commercial Vehicle Awards. This marks the second MPV award for the newly launched 7-Seat variant within just a week, underscoring its standout features in the highly competitive segment.
A Legacy of Excellence
This victory cements a three-year winning streak for Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz range, with the model consistently outshining its rivals. Launched earlier this year, the 7-Seat ID. Buzz builds on its predecessors’ success by offering enhanced versatility, innovative design, and an all-electric driving experience tailored to modern families and businesses.
What Sets the ID. Buzz 7-Seat Apart?
At the heart of its success is the long-wheelbase configuration, which introduces a larger 86kWh battery. This upgrade boosts the vehicle’s range to an impressive 291 miles on a single charge, delivering greater practicality for both urban commutes and long-distance journeys.
Key features include:
- Exceptional Space: The extended wheelbase accommodates seven adults comfortably, ensuring ample legroom in all rows.
- Versatile Interior: A configurable cabin layout offers flexibility for passengers or cargo, with the kind of boot capacity that rivals many traditional vans.
- Car-like Driving Dynamics: Built on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, the ID. Buzz offers precise handling and stability, balancing its near five-metre length with ease of manoeuvrability.
Expert Praise for a Game-Changer
Steve Huntingford, Editor at What Car?, highlighted the ID. Buzz 7-Seat’s exceptional design, stating:
“The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is a former What Car? Car of the Year, but it’s even more versatile in the new long-wheelbase form. There’s room for taller adults no matter which seat you’re in, as well as the kind of boot space you’d normally expect to find in a van. Plus, thanks to its larger battery, the range should still be more than enough for most buyers.”
Volkswagen’s Winning Formula
John Ricardo-Neto, Head of Product Planning at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, expressed his delight at the recognition:
“This has been quite the week for our ID. Buzz 7-Seat, taking home two ‘MPV’ awards from across the car and LCV sectors. We’re delighted to retain the What Car? Van and Commercial Vehicles ‘Best Van-based MPV’ title for a third year running, and particularly pleased to see the 7-Seater praised for its versatility and practicality for everyday use.”
Pioneering the Future of Mobility
Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz line-up exemplifies the brand’s commitment to sustainable, family-friendly mobility solutions. The success of the 7-Seat variant reinforces Volkswagen’s leadership in the electric MPV market, offering a winning blend of innovation, functionality, and environmental consciousness.
For further details about the award-winning ID. Buzz range, visit www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk.
