Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo gets longer wheelbase and bigger battery

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has added a long-wheelbase variant to its ID. Buzz Cargo range, giving operators more battery capacity and a meaningfully larger load area than the standard model.

According to multiple reports, the new long-wheelbase ID. Buzz Cargo pairs an 86 kWh battery with a cargo volume of 4.4 cubic metres. Both figures represent a step up from the existing version, making the van more practical for businesses that need to carry bulkier loads or cover greater distances between charges.

Pricing for the long-wheelbase model starts at €48,490 net, according to multiple reports. As with most commercial electric vehicles, the final cost to UK buyers will depend on the exchange rate at the point of sale, any applicable taxes, and whether the purchasing business qualifies for government support schemes for zero-emission vans.

For tradespeople and small fleet operators weighing up the switch to electric, the extra cargo space and larger battery address two of the most commonly cited concerns about battery-powered vans: range anxiety and the ability to carry a full day's worth of tools and materials. The ID. Buzz Cargo LWB positions itself as a practical working vehicle rather than simply an environmentally motivated choice.