VW's magical microbus is electrified and ready for action
Who would’ve thought Volkswagen’s flagship vehicle would be an electric throwback to its iconic van? The new 2025 ID.Buzz properly echoes the original Microbus/Type II but in truly modern fashion. Not only does it look like nothing else on the road, but it’s roomy, remarkably quick, and a true head-turner wherever it goes. There might not be another vehicle that makes people smile the way the ID.Buzz will.
For 2025, the ID.Buzz comes in five trims: Pro S, Pro S Plus, Pro S Plus with 4MOTION, 1st Edition, and 1st Edition with 4MOTION. 4MOTION models get dual electric motors with all-wheel drive, and the rest of the lineup gets a single motor with rear-wheel drive. Single motor versions provide 282 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque, while dual motor models provide 335 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque. Range on a full charge is 231 miles for all-wheel drive and 234 miles for rear-wheel drive. The ID.Buzz also supports 200 kW DC fast charging. It has room for up to seven people and gobs of space for whatever you need to take along. Combine that with great in-car technology, solid standard features, and an impressive lease deal for August, and you have a package that appeals to many.
2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz lease deal for August
The 2025 ID.Buzz Pro S is the base trim for the model, but it comes very well-appointed. The ID.Buzz Pro S can be leased for $679/month for 36 months with $0 security deposit and $4,621 due at signing. Taxes, title, license, dealer fees, and options are additional. The lease includes a mileage allowance of 10,000 miles per year (30,000 miles total for the term) and a disposition fee of $395 at lease end. This advertised lease deal is available in regions across the country, and it runs through September 30, 2025. Learn more here.
2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro S feature highlights
Even in base trim, the ID.Buzz's standard features impress with 20-inch two-tone wheels on staggered 235/50 R20 front and 265/45 R20 rear all-season tires, LED projector headlights, LED DRLs, LED taillights, room for seven passengers, auto-dimming rearview mirrors, footwell lighting in rows 1 and 2, 12-way power-adjustable fornt seats, heated steering wheel, heated/ventilated front seats, power sliding doors, power sliding 2nd row windows, removable center console with storage, a 12.9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, actively-ventilated Qi wireless charger, three-zone automatic climate control, 9-speaker audio system, and voice control.
Standard safety technology on the ID.Buzz Pro S include a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control with stop & go, park assist plus with memory, park distance control front and rear, adaptive front lighting system with dynamic cornering lights, forward collision warning with autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian/cyclist detection, high beam assist, active blind spot monitoring with rear traffic alert, a tire pressure monitoring system, and an exit warning system.
The ID.Buzz provides expansive and comfortable seating with 39.9 inches of second-row legroom and 42.4 inches of third-row legroom in the seven-passenger configuration. Cargo capacity measures 18.6 cubic feet behind the third row, 75.5 cubic feet behind row two, and an enormous 145.5 cubic feet with all rear seats folded flat. That's more than the Toyota Sienna, Kia Carnival, and the Chrysler Pacifica.
Final thoughts
The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz isn't marketed as a minivan but as a bus, keeping with the spirit of the original. The new VW bus is adorable, spacious, and surprisingly quick. It will also garner more attention than a Ferrari due to its playful and colorful aesthetic, as well as its nod to the iconic Microbus. The August lease deal makes the ID.Buzz even more accessible. As always, be sure to review the fine print of any lease contract before signing. Additional costs such as taxes, registration, and dealer fees can vary by location. Confirm all details with your local Volkswagen dealer to ensure you’re getting the most accurate and up-to-date information.
This story was originally reported by Autoblog on Aug 27, 2025, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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