Full Specification and Features
Basic Info
Model Number
2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Robotaxi
Made In
Germany (Hanover Plant, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles)
Warranty
Fleet and service dependent (typically 4 yr/80,000 km vehicle base coverage, varies by operator)
Available Colors
Fleet livery (white base with MOIA/Uber branding), black sensor module roof, safety markings
Body Type
Full-size Electric Autonomous Minivan (Robotaxi / Ride-hailing shuttle)
Engine
Engine Type
Rear-mounted permanent magnet electric motor (Volkswagen MEB platform)
Displacement (cc)
N/A (Electric Vehicle)
Engine Power
150 kW to 250 kW (standard ID. Buzz base variants used for autonomy testing)
Torque
310–560 Nm (variant dependent)
Fuel System
Battery electric drivetrain (single-speed reduction gear)
Fuel Type
Electric (Lithium-ion battery)
Valve Configuration
Not applicable
Charger
Battery: Capacity 77–82 kWh lithium-ion battery (usable capacity varies) Charging DC fast charging: up to ~170 kW (MEB platform standard)
Performance
Maximum Speed
145 km/h (base vehicle limited for service use)
Acceleration Time (0-100 kmph)
7.0–10.2 s (variant dependent, de-tuned for fleet safety)
Transmission
Transmission Type
Single-speed automatic reduction gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive / Optional Dual Motor AWD (fleet spec dependent)
Gear Box
Single-speed EV transmission
Steering
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering (drive-by-wire capable integration)
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
Minimum Turning Radius
11.5–12.0 m (long wheelbase variant)
Suspensions
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut independent
Back Suspension
Multi-link independent suspension
Dimensions and Weight
Length
4962 mm (LWB base vehicle)
Height
1937 mm (sensor roof module increases height)
Kerb Weight
2500–2850 kg (autonomous hardware added)
Tyres
Tyre Size
235/60R18 or 255/55R18 (fleet dependent)
Wheel Size
18 to 20 inch alloy wheels
Brake System
Front Brake
Ventilated disc with regenerative braking
Rear Brake
Ventilated disc with regenerative braking
Fuel
Mileage in City
330–420 km (depending on battery and load configuration)
Mileage on Highway
7 MPGe
Capacities
Seating Capacity
7 (fleet configurable)
No. of Doors
5 (sliding sides)
Features
AntiLock Braking System
Yes
Safety
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
Yes
Entertainment
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Speakers Front & back
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input
Yes
Others Comfort & Convenience
Adjustable Steering Column
Yes
Height Adjustable Driving Seat
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
Yes