How the VW ID.Buzz is Leading the Way in Safety

When Will the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Be for Sale in Utah?

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there were close to 36,000 fatal motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. in 2020. That roughly breaks down to 12 deaths per 100,000 drivers. Considering these statistics, you can begin to see why automakers make a point to prioritize safety in their vehicles.

Volkswagen designers and engineers carefully create their vehicles so that drivers can not only get from point A to point B – but they can also do so safely. This means investing plenty of time and effort to ensure VW vehicles have the latest in safety technology and intuitive driver assistance features, especially during those times when drivers don’t realize they need it.

VW has gotten rather good at creating vehicles that are both fun to drive and have a full suite of built-in protections and safety features. For instance, the all-electric 2023 VW ID.4 was recently named an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for testing highly in the areas of crashworthiness and front crash prevention.

In related news, the VW ID.Buzz – the first all-electric van from Volkswagen – is making a name for itself in the safety category as well. Let’s learn a little bit more about this Volkswagen EV and when you can expect to see it at a dealership near you in Utah.

The VW ID.Buzz – Key Performance Specs

The VW ID.Buzz has some lofty goals. First, it intends to reinvent the van into something that appeals to a broader audience beyond the suburban soccer mom. The future-forward design and modern aesthetics definitely elevate its cool factor. The other goal is to provide drivers with a large capacity vehicle that provides reasonable cost of ownership. Drivers can count on the VW ID.Buzz to deliver approximately 264 miles on a single charge, similar to the ID.4. That should be more than enough range to get through the standard week of commuting, school pick-ups, grocery runs, and all those little one-off errands.

And, of course, drivers of the Buzz should expect plenty of power and storage. With the back seats folded down, Buzz drivers will have up to 77.9 cubic feet of storage space to work with. Additionally, the VW ID.Buzz delivers up to 201 horsepower and 229 lb-ft of torque, making it the perfect vehicle for lugging camping equipment and traveling in large groups.

The VW ID.Buzz – A NCAP Top Safety Pick

When your vehicle contains precious cargo, you want to be sure that all your bases are covered in the safety department. In that regard, the VW ID.Buzz passes that test with flying colors. Similar to the other late model vehicles in the VW stable, the Buzz doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to protecting its passengers.

As part of its comprehensive feature package, the VW ID.Buzz includes the following intelligent safety and driver assistance features:

• Travel assist
• Emergency assist
• Front assist
• Lane assist
• Active blind spot monitor
• Adaptive cruise control
• Autonomous emergency braking
• Forward collision warning

You can think of the Buzz’s system of safety features as your extra set of eyes on the road that diligently survey your perimeter for potential hazards. The suite of safety features on the VW ID.Buzz are so advanced that it caught the attention of the European New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP), who is the resident authority of vehicle safety in the eastern hemisphere.

The VW ID.Buzz received top marks in the areas of occupant protection, accident-avoidance technology, and collision testing. Considering the feedback from the NCAP, the expectation is that the VW ID.Buzz will be named a Top Safety Pick+ by the IIHS once it’s released domestically here in the states.

Looking For a New or Used Electric Vehicle Near You? Visit VW SouthTowne Today!

Although you won’t see a Volkswagen ID.Buzz for sale until about a year from now, the good news is that you can find an all-electric Volkswagen in Utah. As the leading Volkswagen EV dealership here in South Jordan, VW SouthTowne carries the 2023 VW ID.4. Simply contact our dealership to arrange a test drive, and don’t forget to ask us about how you can get a $7,500 lease credit.

Looking for a used electric vehicle or traditional vehicle near you? VW SouthTowne carries older model years of the VW ID.4 along with a wide array of used cars and certified pre-owned vehicles that have undergone a 100+-point inspection.

VW SouthTowne is conveniently located at 11000 South 290 West in South Jordan. You can contact us by phone at (801) 988-5825 or by emailing us via the contact form on our website. We look forward to helping you find the perfect VW for you!

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