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Staff Reporter, 29 Jan
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz has been crowned Car of the Year at the annual
What Car? awards.
Packing a retro-inspired exterior but with an efficient electric
powertrain, the ID. Buzz brings a range of up to 260 miles and can be
charged from 10 to 80 per cent in under half an hour when connected to
a rapid charger. What Car? praised its ‘commanding’ driving position
and its ‘enormous’ boot.
What Car? editor Steve Huntingford, said: “The ID Buzz has been eagerly
anticipated because of its nostalgic styling, but all of our judges
were blown away by the fact it didn’t just live up to expectations but,
in fact, was even better than the hype.
“It’s great to drive, wonderful to be in, has more space than most
families could ever ask for and – thanks in part to incredible
predicted resale value – substantially undercuts many SUV rivals on a
monthly finance deal.
“This is a car that wins over your head as well as your heart and one
that will bring huge amounts of joy to lucky buyers at a time when the
costs and challenges of motoring are under greater pressure than ever.”
Other cars given awards included the Range Rover Sport – which was
named best luxury car – while the MG 4 was crowned best small electric
car. The Tesla Model 3 knocked the BMW 3 Series from its place as the
best executive car, a role it has held for four years. The Genesis GV60
was also named as the best electric SUV.