Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB vs Polestar 7

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thumb image Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB US$ 58,000
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thumb image Polestar 7 US$ 55,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volkswagen Polestar
Model ID. Buzz LWB Polestar 7 (Successor to Polestar 2)
Vehicle Type Electric Minivan / MPV Electric Sedan / Fastback
Trims Pro S, GTX (performance trim) TBA
Release Date 2024 (Europe), 2025 (USA) Expected 2027
Status Upcoming (USA) / On Sale (EU) Upcoming (Not yet launched)
Made In Hanover, Germany China & USA (expected production sites)
Body Type Minivan / MPV Sedan / Fastback
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles (estimated, USA) TBA (likely 4 yrs / 50,000 miles + 8 yrs battery)
Colors Candy White, Energetic Orange, Lime Yellow, Bay Leaf Green, Starlight Blue, Mono Silver, Deep Black, Two-tone options TBA

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Rear-mounted (Pro), Dual-motor AWD (GTX) Single-motor RWD / Dual-motor AWD
Horsepower 282 hp (Pro), 335 hp (GTX) 400 – 500 hp (expected)
Torque 406 lb-ft (GTX) 600 Nm (est.)
Acceleration 0–60 mph in ~5.5 sec (GTX), ~7.5 sec (Pro) 4.5 sec (0–100 km/h for AWD)
Top Speed 99 mph (limited) 200 km/h
Range 260–285 miles (EPA est.) 350 – 400 miles (WLTP target)
Drivetrain RWD (Pro), AWD (GTX) RWD / AWD

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely NMC)
Battery Capacity 85 kWh usable (91 kWh gross) 100 kWh (speculated)
Power Consumption 22–24 kWh/100 mi (est.) 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles Likely 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC 11–22 kW AC
Supercharging Speed N/A (VW uses CCS) Up to 350 kW (DC)
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 200 kW 30 min (10–80%)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 180 miles in 30 min (DC fast) 35–40 miles (AC) / 200+ miles (DC fast)
Charging Time 10%–80% in ~25–30 minutes (DC fast) 8–9 hrs (AC full) / ~30 min (10–80% DC)
Charging Connector Type CCS (USA), CCS/Type 2 (EU) CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Level 2 Wallbox, Standard Outlet Wallbox, portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11–22 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,962 mm (195.3 in) 4.8 – 4.9 m
Width 1,985 mm (78.1 in) 1.9 m
Height 1,927 mm (75.9 in) 1.45 – 1.5 m
Wheelbase 3,239 mm (127.5 in) 2.9 m
Ground Clearance 6.3 in (est.) 150 mm
Cargo Space Up to ~2,469 L (~87 cu ft, seats folded) 450 L + frunk
Curb Weight 5,200 lbs (est.) 2,000 kg (est.)
No. of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 7 6

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels Alloy
Wheel Size 19"–21" 19"–21" (depending on trim)
Front Tire 235/50 R19 (base) 245/40 R19 (est.)
Rear Tire 255/45 R19 (base) 265/40 R19 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 36 ft (est.) TBA
Gear Box Single reduction gear 1-speed fixed gear
Front Suspension MacPherson strut MacPherson strut (likely adaptive in higher trims)
Rear Suspension Multi-link independent Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (but has VW IQ.Drive ADAS) Advanced driver assistance (Level 2+)
Navigation System Yes Google-based navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Dual / Tri-zone automatic
Climate Control 3-zone automatic Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes (USB-C) Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes (electrochromic smart glass option) Y Yes
Apple Car Play Yes (wireless) Yes
Android Auto Yes (wireless) Yes
Touchscreen 12.9-inch infotainment display 14.5" central display (expected)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (through infotainment)
No. Of Speakers 10 (Harman Kardon premium system optional) 14–16 (Harman Kardon / B&W expected)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags Yes 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° camera system 360° view
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No (urban focus) Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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