Volkswagen of America has announced that the ID. Buzz has won the 2025 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) award, presented at the 2025 Detroit Auto Show. This recognition highlights the ID. Buzz’s blend of modern design, innovative technology, and all-electric powertrain.
Kjell Gruner, President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, commented on the achievement, saying, “The ID. Buzz is a unique vehicle on the North American market, as it is the only electric people hauler available. We are pleased that the jury acknowledged its combination of style, space, and refinement, along with its zero tailpipe emissions.”
The NACTOY Awards are known for recognizing vehicles that excel in areas such as innovation, design, safety, handling, and value. The ID. Buzz was selected by a jury of 50 automotive journalists from the U.S. and Canada, standing out among three finalists in the Utility Vehicle category.
The ID. Buzz features retro-inspired styling with a bold VW logo and two-tone exterior paint options, along with a spacious interior. It is equipped with a 12.9-inch infotainment display, 30-color ambient lighting, and IQ.DRIVE Level 2-ready driver assistance technology. The rear-wheel-drive ID. Buzz Pro offers 282 horsepower and an EPA-estimated range of 234 miles, while the all-wheel-drive 4Motion model provides 335 hp and a range of 231 miles.
The ID. Buzz Pro S Plus trim offers additional features such as Easy Open sliding doors and tailgate, Harmon Kardon premium audio, and AreaView technology. The base model seats seven passengers, while the all-wheel-drive and Pro S models accommodate six with captain’s chairs. Pricing for the ID. Buzz starts at $59,995, with an additional $1,550 destination charge for all models.