With funky retro styling and 50 years of microbus heritage baked in, the biggest question around Volkswagen’s reborn ID. Buzz isn’t the powertrain. It’s the cabin. What does the interior of this ultra-modern, all-electric van actually feel like?
Powered by an 82 kWh battery and a 201-hp rear motor delivering 229 lb-ft of torque, the ID. Buzz first launches in Europe, with North American deliveries arriving in 2024. And while it’s worlds apart from the iconic T1 camper, VW has still leaned into practicality, nostalgia, and modern EV expectations inside. Here’s a closer look at the interior.
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Seating & Cabin Layout: A 5-Seat Van With Real Cargo Space
At launch, the ID. Buzz seats five. The driver and front passenger get individual seats with armrests and added airbag protection (side thorax airbags and a center airbag for the driver). Upper trims receive electric, massage-capable front seats with nearly 10 inches of fore-aft adjustment.
No curtains or cooktops yet, but the ID. Buzz sets a strong foundation for future camper-focused versions we hope VW eventually builds.
In the second row, a three-person bench offers both a 40:60 split and a full fold-flat layout, plus 150 mm (5.9 in) of fore-aft adjustability. VW also added nice touches like stylized vehicle silhouettes embossed into the side trim and fold-down tables on the front seatbacks.
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Cargo Space & Practical Touches
Volkswagen’s strength has always been clever packaging, and the ID. Buzz continues that tradition. An optional height-adjustable trunk floor creates a completely flat load space and opens up 1,121 liters (39.6 cu ft) of cargo capacity behind the second row.
ID. Buzz Cargo Model: Built for Utility, Not Camping
The ID. Buzz Cargo variant trades the family-friendly layout for commercial utility. A fixed partition behind the front seats (with optional window and loading slot) separates the cargo area, offering 3.9 cubic meters (137.7 cu ft) of usable space. That’s enough to fit two Euro pallets. Depending on the configuration, you can get a second sliding door for easier loading.
Future Configurations: 6- and 7-Seat Options Coming
VW has confirmed more layouts coming after launch, including:
- 6-seat version (three rows of two)
- 7-seat version (2/3/2 layout) with an extended wheelbase
This expands the ID. Buzz lineup beyond the simple 5-seat model into something more family-oriented.
Infotainment & Driver Tech
Standard models use a centrally mounted 10-inch infotainment display paired with a 10-inch digital instrument panel. A larger 12-inch screen is optional. Climate control uses a digital slider bar located below the main display.
One unique element is the ID. Light: a wide LED strip across the base of the windshield that communicates various driving and assist functions through pulses and colors. Ambient interior lighting adds up to 10 colors as standard, or 30 colors with the upgrade.
Sustainable Materials & Eco-Friendly Cabin
In keeping with modern EV trends, the ID. Buzz avoids leather altogether. Instead, the steering wheel uses polyurethane, while the seat fabrics and floor coverings are made from recycled materials. VW also introduces Seaqual yarn, produced from ocean plastic and PET bottles.
2024 VW ID. Buzz Dimensions, Specs and Photos
- Cargo space: Up to 1,121 L (39.6 cu ft)
- Length: 4,712 mm (185.5 in)
- Height: 1,937 mm (76.3 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,988 mm (117.6 in)
- Power: 150 kW (201 hp)
- Torque: 310 Nm (229 lb-ft)
- Battery: 82 kWh gross (77 kWh net)
- Charge rate: Up to 170 kW (DC)
- Top speed: 145 km/h (90 mph)
- Turning radius: ~11 m (36.4 ft)
Takeaway
Volkswagen has walked a fine line with the ID. Buzz interior, modernizing everything inside while nodding to the simplicity of the classic Microbus. The cabin is functional, airy, and loaded with tech, but it also leans heavily into sustainability and creative packaging. No curtains or cooktops yet, but the ID. Buzz sets a strong foundation for future camper-focused versions we hope VW eventually builds.
