- VW spices up the looks of the ID.Buzz Cargo with a bunch of optional accessories.
- Options include a bodykit, 20-inch wheels, black badges, and glass-look panels.
- Most of the options are also available for the passenger version of the ID.Buzz.
VW recently launched the GTX performance flagship trim of the ID.Buzz, but what about buyers of the Cargo version who want something sportier? The answer lies in an optional accessory package that dresses the LCV with a cool bodykit while dropping the bland panel-val looks with the help of fake windows.
At first, we thought that the pictured van was the work of an aftermarket company, but it turns out it is an option offered by VW Netherlands. The “glass-look panels” make the ID.Buzz Cargo look like the passenger version of the ID.Buzz with tinted windows. These don’t serve any functional purpose as they are applied on top of the body-colored panels of the LCV.
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Another interesting option is the Styling package, which includes a pronounced front splitter, protective side skirts, and a fancy rear spoiler. The bodykit can be optionally combined with the Red Accent package, adding a bit of color to the front bumper and the mirror caps, alongside a protector for the rear bumper.
VW also offers individual customization options, including different designs of 20-inch alloy wheels, black badges, high-gloss mirrors, and a black finish for the area around the bumper intakes. The latter makes a big difference in the design, looking more aggressive than the ID.Buzz GTX. Finally, the interior can be upgraded with a “hard-wearing and animal-friendly eco-leather” upholstery.
Photos of the customized ID.Buzz Cargo had appeared online a few months ago, but the packages were just made available in the Netherlands. Setting aside the LCV-specific glass-look panels, the accessories are also available for the regular ID.Buzz.
In terms of powertrains, the VW ID.Buzz Cargo is available with three options. The single-motor RWD versions produce 168 hp (125 kW / 170 PS) and 282 hp (210 kW / 286 PS) respectively, while the dual-motor AWD model is good for a GTX-matching 335 hp (250 kW / 340 PS).
If you’re wondering about the cost of the visual upgrades, you’ll need €1,795 ($1,900) for the Styling package, €1,790 ($1,900) for the 20-inch alloy wheels, €695 ($740) for the glass-look panels, €495 ($520) for the Red Accent package, and €305 ($320) for the black badges.
Adding it all up, the sporty treatment will set you back €5,080 ($5,400), on top of the price of the VW ID.Buzz Cargo that starts from €39,990 ($42,500) in the Netherlands.
