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.
Shifting focus to the alternative, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo officially made its debut in February 2024. At its core, it features a 97 kWh usable, 105 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 600 km. The powertrain configuration delivers All-Wheel Drive 700 kW (938 hp), enabling an acceleration of 2.5 sec 0-100 km/h (2.4 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 210000 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 700 kW (938 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) | 1110 Nm (818 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 10.7 sec 0-100 km/h | 2.5 sec 0-100 km/h (2.4 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 | 600 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 | 2400 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 | 210000 USD |