The Volkswagen ID Buzz Pure was officially introduced in March 2022. At its core, it features a 59 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 330 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Rear-wheel drive 125 kW (170 hp), enabling an acceleration of 10.7 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 145 km/h (90 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 53000 USD.
Meanwhile, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo was announced in February 2024. At its core, it features a 97 kWh usable, 105 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 601 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 650 kW (871 hp), enabling an acceleration of 2.8 sec 0-100 km/h (2.6 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 170000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | March 2022 | February 2024 |
| Release date | September 2024 | February 2024 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-wheel drive 125 kW (170 hp) | All-Wheel Drive 650 kW (871 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) | 940 Nm (693 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 10.7 sec 0-100 km/h | 2.8 sec 0-100 km/h (2.6 sec 0-60 mph) |
| Top speed | 145 km/h (90 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 59 kWh usable | 97 kWh usable, 105 kWh total |
| Battery type | Li-ion | Liquid-cooled Li-ion 800V |
| Driving range | 330 km | 601 km |
| Consumption | 20.3 kWh/100 km | 19 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 6 h 30 min | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 11 hrs |
| Charging station | CCS 165 kW, 10-80% in 24 min | CCS 320 kW max, 10-80% in 18 min |
| Additional | Plug & Charge, Bidirectional charging (Vehicle-to-Home) | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door Van, 5/6 seats | 5 door estate, 4/5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4712 x 1985 x 1937 mm (185.5 x 78.1 x 76.3 in) | 4974 x 1967 x 1409 mm (195.8 x 77.4 x 55.5 in) |
| Weight | 2400 kg unladen, 3000 kg gross | 2395 kg unladen, 2880 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R18, R19, R20, R21 | R19, R20, R21 |
| Trunk volume | 1121 l, 2205 l max | 405 l, 1171 l max |
| Front trunk | No | 84 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10" or 12" touchscreen | 10.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10" | 16.8" curved display |
| Head-up display | Yes | Projection type |
| Various | - | 8.4" center console control panel, 10.9" front passenger touchscreen, 10.1" rear passenger touchscreen |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, electrochromic tinting | Panoramic glass roof (fixed) with Sunshine Control |
| Parking aids | 10 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Remote Park Assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay+, Android Auto |
| Miscellaneous | Height-adjustable trunk floor | 4-zone climatronic |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system | Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags |
| Driving aids | Front radar, 2 rear corner radars, front & rear cameras. Front Assist Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring, Lane Assist, Dynamic Road Sign Display, Side Assist, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, Park Assist, Light Assist, Area View | Night Vision Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Warn and Brake Assist, Pedestrian/cyclists protection |
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Misc
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| Price | 53000 USD | 170000 USD |