Volkswagen is developing a second-generation ID Buzz, as confirmed by CEO Thomas Schafer at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The new model will transition from the current MEB architecture to the advanced Scalable Systems Platform (SSP).
The company aims to reduce production costs to improve market volume. Strategies include the use of lithium-ion phosphate battery packs and other cost-saving measures. The current model is noted for having an unsuitable cost base.
The SSP architecture is expected to provide longer range and faster charging capabilities. While the current long-wheelbase version offers an EPA range of 234 miles with an 86-kWh battery, the next generation is slated for release after 2030.
Design head Andreas Mindt indicated that the next generation may move away from the current retro-focused styling. The company intends to avoid repeating past design cycles, such as those seen with the Beetle, to maintain long-term appeal.
The current ID Buzz lineup includes the ID Buzz California, unveiled in August 2026. Future performance variants may shift from the GTX branding to the GTI moniker, consistent with Volkswagen's strategy of reviving historical nameplates.
