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VW ID. Buzz 7-seater
Seven seats come only in the long-wheelbase ID. Buzz, an electric people carrier with sliding doors.
- Price from
- £59,933
- Boot, 7 seats up
- 306 L
- Electric range
- 298 miles
- Seats
- 6 or 7
- Isofix points
- 4
Quick answer
Is the Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB a 7-seater?
Yes, in some versions. Every UK long-wheelbase ID. Buzz (Life, Style and GTX) is listed with seven seats, with a six-seat version also offered, while the short-wheelbase car has five or six seats only.
Best for Large families with several child seats who want to go electric
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The VW ID. Buzz 7-seater is an electric people carrier with sliding side doors, and adults fit in its third row, which Auto Express rates nearly as roomy as the middle row.
There are four Isofix points across the two rear rows. With all seven seats up the boot holds 306 litres, and the 86kWh battery gives up to 298 miles of range in Life trim.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB specifications
| Body | Van-based MPV |
|---|---|
| Seats | 6 or 7 |
| Seat layout | 2-3-2 |
| Boot, 7 seats up | 306 litres |
| Boot, 5 seats up | 1,340 litres |
| Boot, maximum | 2,496 litres |
| Third row suits | Adults |
| Isofix points | 4 (outer seats in rows 2 and 3) |
| Isofix in row 3 | Yes |
| Sliding rear doors | Yes |
| Length | 4,962mm |
|---|---|
| Width without mirrors | 1,985mm |
| Width with mirrors | 2,211mm |
| Height | 1,923mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,239mm |
| Fuel, with seven seats | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic only |
| Price from | £59,933 |
| Towing, braked | 1,600kg |
| Euro NCAP | 5 stars (2025) |
| Electric range | Up to 298 miles (WLTP) |
| Battery | 86kWh |
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB boot space
- 7 seats up
- 306L
- 5 seats up
- 1,340L
- Maximum
- 2,496L
With all seven seats in use the boot holds 306 litres, the 4th smallest of the 11 van-based MPVs with a published boot figure and 129 litres less than the median. With five seats in use the boot holds 1,340 litres, rising to a maximum of 2,496 litres.
A 306-litre boot with all seven seats in use is enough for school bags and a big food shop, and the space grows to 1,340 litres with the third row folded, according to Auto Express and EV Powered. Because the third-row seats can be taken out altogether, the Buzz can also play small van for a house move or a trip to the tip.
See how it compares in our 7-seater boot space comparison.
How it is measured Volkswagen's brochure gives 306 litres with all three rows in use (basis not stated). The 1,340 litre figure with the third row folded comes from Auto Express and EV Powered, as no Volkswagen UK figure was found. The maximum is the 'up to 2,496 litres' quoted on Volkswagen's UK site; EV Powered lists 2,469 litres with the seats folded.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB dimensions
- Length
- 4,962mm4.96m · 16ft 3in
- Width
- 1,985mm1.99m · 6ft 6in
- Height
- 1,923mm1.92m · 6ft 4in
Wheelbase 3,239mmLength 4,962mmHeight 1,923mmWidth 1,985mmMirrors 2,211mm
At 4,962mm (4.96m, 16ft 3in) long, the ID. Buzz LWB is 55mm longer than the median van-based MPV, and the 8th longest of the 16 van-based MPVs with a published length. It is 1,985mm wide without mirrors (2,211mm with them) and 1,923mm tall. The wheelbase, the distance between the front and rear axles, is 3,239mm.
Third row: who fits?
Third row suitsAdults
Auto Express says adults can get into the third row with dignity, helped by the wide sliding side doors. It rates third-row space as nearly as good as the middle row and bright enough to keep adults happy on long journeys. The third row can be taken out, and the middle row is a 60:40 split folding bench.
If you need to carry several young children, the Buzz deserves a close look. Isofix points on the outer seats of both rear rows mean four child seats can go in at once, and the wide sliding doors make lifting children in easier in tight parking bays.
Adults are just as welcome, and if you rarely use the third row it can be removed. The split middle bench lets you fold part of it for longer items and still seat passengers.
- Seat
- Isofix point
- Driver
Isofix and child seats
4Isofix points
The ID. Buzz LWB has four Isofix points: outer seats in rows 2 and 3. That includes the third row. That is enough for three Isofix child seats, though whether three fit side by side depends on the seats you choose.
Engines and fuel economy
The electric ID. Buzz LWB has an official WLTP range of up to 298 miles from a 86kWh battery.
Gearbox: automatic only.
| Version | Fuel | Power | Gearbox | Seven seats | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro 86kWh 286PS rear-wheel drive (Life, Style) | Electric | 286PS | Automatic | Yes | 298 miles |
| GTX 4MOTION 86kWh 340PS | Electric | 340PS | Automatic | Yes | 278 miles |
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB price
From£59,933
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK price list issued 21 July 2026: ID. Buzz Life Long 7-seat with the 86kWh battery, total RRP including on-the-road costs and VAT. The Style Long 7-seat costs £65,165 and the GTX Long 7-seat £69,419.
Prices checked October 2026.
Safety and recalls
5 stars from Euro NCAP, tested in 2025.
DVSA recalls
The DVSA lists 4 recalls for the ID. Buzz LWB:
12 March 2026 · Ref R/2026/150 · 4,182 vehicles
Battery Check
For affected vehicles battery cells were fitted in the high-voltage battery that can demonstrate an increased self-discharge due to a production fault. In the event of heavy self-discharge the yellow indicator lamps may light up.
Remedy: The affected battery modules must be checked and if necessary replaced. The vehicle may only be charged outdoors and up to maximum 80%.
Built 5 September 2022 to 20 June 2024
16 December 2025 · Ref R/2025/551 · 17 vehicles
Bracket for air conditioning rear
On affected vehicles brackets with sharp edges were fitted to the rear air conditioning block. In the event of an accident when the side airbags are triggered there is a risk of damage from the sharp edges which could significantly affect the function of the airbag.
Remedy: Replace the bracket for one without sharp edges.
Built 29 September 2025 to 30 September 2025
9 June 2025 · Ref R/2025/208 · 312 vehicles
Replace front passenger airbag
The front passenger airbag may be faulty. In the event of an accident-related deployment the front passenger airbag may have a reduced protective effect also the gas generator housing may burst and components of the gas generator housing may come loose and cause serious or deadly injuries to vehicle occupants.
Remedy: The passenger airbag must be replaced.
Built 1 September 2022 to 21 May 2025
9 September 2024 · Ref R/2024/345 · 4 vehicles
Track rod ball joint and wishbone bolted connection
On certain vehicles there is a possibility that on one side of the front axle the bolted connection of the track rod ball joint and the wishbone were incorrectly carried out.
Remedy: The bolted connection of the track rod ball joint on the wheel bearing housing and the wishbone on the swivel joint will be checked and if necessary the nuts are replaced.
Built 6 August 2024 to 14 August 2024
Recall data updated 4 October 2026. Ask a dealer to check a specific car by its registration.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB verdict: pros and cons
Our verdict The ID. Buzz LWB is a genuine seven-seat electric people carrier: adults fit in the third row, four Isofix points cover both rear rows and the sliding doors make loading children easy. Its height and modest towing limits on Life and Style are the main drawbacks.
Pros
- Third row suits adults and can be removed
- Four Isofix points across the two rear rows
- Sliding side doors and up to 298 miles of range
Cons
- 1,923mm tall, so check car park height limits
- Braked towing is 1,000kg on Life and Style
- Range falls to 278 miles in GTX form
Good to know
- The seven-seat LWB is rated at 298 miles WLTP as a Life, 293 miles as a Style and 278 miles as a GTX (Volkswagen UK brochure)
- Braked towing for the seven-seat LWB is 1,000kg in Life and Style trims and 1,600kg for the GTX 4MOTION, whereas Auto Express quotes a 750kg limit (Volkswagen UK brochure, Auto Express)
- Picking six seats instead of seven saves £156 in every LWB trim (Volkswagen UK price list)
- Volkswagen's own figures vary: its UK site quotes up to 2,496 litres of luggage space (EV Powered gives 2,469 litres) and its brochure lists a 1,923mm height against 1,927mm on its specifications page (Volkswagen UK, EV Powered)
- Euro NCAP awarded five stars in 2022, and Auto Express reports the ID. Buzz kept five stars when retested in 2025 (Euro NCAP, Auto Express)
Practicality
At 1,923mm tall, the Buzz is worth checking against height barriers in multi-storey car parks and your garage door. Range is best in Life trim at 298 miles; the four-wheel-drive GTX trades some range for more power and the highest towing limit, 1,600kg braked against 1,000kg for Life and Style.
For more battery-powered options, see our list of electric 7-seaters and other 7-seaters with sliding doors.
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Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB FAQs
How big is the Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB boot with all seven seats up?
306 litres with all seven seats in use, 1,340 litres with five seats in use and a maximum of 2,496 litres.
How long is the Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB?
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB is 4,962mm long (4.96m, 16ft 3in), 1,985mm wide without its mirrors and 1,923mm tall.
How many Isofix points does the Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB have?
Four: outer seats in rows 2 and 3. The third row has Isofix, so a child seat can go right at the back.
Can adults sit in the third row of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB?
Yes. The third row is roomy enough for adults.
Is there an electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB 7-seater?
Yes. With seven seats you can have an electric version with an official range of up to 298 miles.
Is the short-wheelbase VW ID. Buzz a 7-seater?
No. The short-wheelbase ID. Buzz has five or six seats. Seven seats need the long-wheelbase car, which is 4,962mm long and listed with seven seats in Life, Style and GTX trims.
How much can the VW ID. Buzz tow?
Volkswagen's brochure gives the seven-seat long-wheelbase car a 1,000kg braked towing limit in Life and Style trims and 1,600kg as a GTX 4MOTION. Auto Express quotes a lower 750kg, so check the figure for your exact car before you buy a trailer.
Can you get a six-seat ID. Buzz LWB?
Yes. Volkswagen offers a six-seat version of every long-wheelbase trim, and its price list shows that choosing six seats instead of seven saves only a small amount. If the seventh seat could be useful, it costs little to keep it.
Sources Volkswagen UK, Auto Express, Euro NCAP, Wikipedia, EV Powered, DVSA
