VW ID. Buzz

An electric camper based on the Volkswagen ID.Buzz, created by Michael Zaiser, was used in a rally through Morocco. It was the first ID.Buzz camper ever built. The trip involved multiple charging stops; in Valence, the vehicle charged overnight. After 600 km from Lenggries, four charging stops had been made.

At the Kampeer en Caravan Jaarbeurs in Utrecht, camper vans based on the Renault Trafic with diesel engine and the electric Renault Trafic E-Tech Electric, already available for order, are on display. Exhibits include the Florida and Nevada by Buscamper op Maat on Volkswagen vans of 4.90 and 5.30 metres, the Wally-Van Classic and Air with slide-outs, the Ford Nugget in bright red, the Westfalia Kelsey on a 5.45-metre Ford Transit Custom with four seats and four berths, and Amigo Campers conversions of the Volkswagen Transporter, Ford Transit Custom and Mercedes Vito. Electric models include the Outbase Delta and Flow on the VW ID. Buzz, the Vantrack LC on the Kia PV5 Passenger (available in Base, Flex and Pop versions, on sale mid-next year) and the Ventje T7 with seven seatbelts and up to four berths.

Volkswagen has unveiled the ID. California Cruise, its first fully electric camper in the California line, built on the ID. Buzz platform. The model features two sleeping places, a Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) system with 2 kW continuous and 3.6 kW peak power to run appliances from the traction battery, and a camping mode in the infotainment system. The starting price in Germany is €60,761. European deliveries are set to begin in early 2027, with sales in Norway starting in late 2026. Unlike the combustion California, it lacks a pop-up roof, gas cooker, and sink.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced the world premiere of the fully electric camper ID. California Cruise at Caravan Salon 2026, opening on 28 August in Germany. The model is based on the all-electric ID. Buzz and becomes the first member of the California family with an electric drivetrain. The company positions it as a first step toward electrifying the California line and plans to gradually expand a new generation of fully electric campers by 2028. No photos of the ID. California Cruise have been released so far.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles presented its updated California range, including the fully electric ID. Buzz with a Good Night package, at a pre-IAA event in Berlin. The company claims to be the only European manufacturer that builds its entire motorhome family in-house. The Caddy California is available with 122 hp TDI or 116 hp TSI engines and a seven-speed DSG, featuring a 1.98×1.07 m bed. The ID. Buzz with the Good Night package includes a 2.03×1.2 m bed, Vehicle-to-Load function up to 2,000 W, and an Overnight mode that maintains climate control for up to 48 hours. The California model received a plug-in hybrid eHybrid 4MOTION with 180 kW (245 hp) and a 19.7 kWh battery, plus an inflatable kitchen and inflatable bed. The Grand California based on the Crafter is offered in 600 and 680 versions with a 163 hp TDI engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Elektroauto-News has published a review of a fully equipped electric camper based on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, provided by Dutch company Outbase Campervans. The test drive took place in the Netherlands, covering 220 km between Utrecht and the North Sea coast. The ID. Buzz has a WLTP range of up to 458 km, while Outbase claims up to 500 km in real-world conditions; charging the 79 kWh battery from 10 to 80% takes 26 minutes. The Delta conversion includes an electric pop-up roof, two sleeping areas for four people, swiveling front seats, a pull-out kitchen with an induction hob and a 10-liter fresh water tank, plus a 5-liter grey water tank. Storage volume is stated at 1000 liters. The review notes drawbacks: small water tank capacities and the absence of a lid on the grey water tank.

The 2026 Düsseldorf Caravan Salon showcased new motorhomes, caravans and camper vans. Among the exhibits were the Reisemobile ATventure 1070 motorhome, 10.7 m long on a Mercedes-Benz Actros chassis with a slide-out kitchen and roof terrace; the Dethleffs c.core concept camper van on a Volkswagen Crafter with a lightweight aluminium Necto body; the Beauer X6 caravan with a sliding section that expands width to 3.6 m; the Bürstner Habiton 6.1 camper van on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with 4x4; the Norantz IPAR 4 on a Mercedes or MAN chassis; the Westfalia Columbus Liner on a Fiat with an optional SkyLounge pop-up roof; the Rapido V64 on a Ducato; and the Adria Supertwin 4x4 on a Mercedes. Volkswagen presented inflatable modules for the California Beach and the all-electric ID. California Cruise based on the ID. Buzz, with production starting in 2027. Prices: Beauer X6 from €74,990, Bürstner Habiton 6.1 at €78,999, Westfalia Columbus Liner from €83,900, Adria Supertwin 4x4 600 from €128,299.

At the Caravan Salon Düsseldorf trade show (August 28 – September 6), Cubivan presented the Cubivan Camping System, a modular system that converts a five-seat van into a motorhome for two. The system comprises two main modules: a slide-out rear unit with a kitchen and toilet, and a pop-up roof with a bed measuring approximately 2 x 2 m. The kitchen and bathroom share one space: the kitchen block folds away to free up the room for showering and toilet use. The prototype is based on a Volkswagen ID. Buzz; future compatibility is planned with Volkswagen Caravelle, Ford Tourneo Custom and Mercedes-Benz Vito. Orders will open in summer 2027, with an estimated price of 22,000–25,000 euros for the complete set, excluding the vehicle.

At Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, the Cubivan Camping System was presented, converting compact vans into campers. Orders start summer 2027, price from €22,000 to €25,000.

The 65th CARAVAN SALON 2026 took place in Düsseldorf from 28 August to 6 September. A record 834 companies from 41 countries participated.

At Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, Cubivan was presented — a modular system for vans with kitchen, bathroom and rooftop bed. Launch in 2027, price from 22,000 euros.

Volkswagen has launched its first electric camper, the ID.California, but without a pop-up roof. Dutch companies Ventje and Tonke offer their own versions of the ID.Buzz with a pop-up roof. Prices: VW from 60,761 euros, Ventje from 95,000 euros, Tonke from 94,295 euros. The models differ in sleeping capacity, equipment, and price.

Volkswagen has unveiled the production version of the electric camper ID. California Cruise, based on the ID. Buzz. The vehicle features a sleeping area, climate control, and a 2000 W power outlet.

Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.California Cruise, its first fully electric camper based on the ID.Buzz. Prices start at €60,761, with deliveries from early 2027.

Austrian startup Cubivan presented at Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf a modular system that converts passenger vans into campers with a kitchen, shower, toilet and rooftop bed.

Volkswagen has presented the ID. California Cruise, a fully electric camper based on the ID. Buzz Pro. It will be offered in two body lengths: 4,714 mm with a 79 kWh battery and 4,964 mm with an 86 kWh battery. The interior features a double bed (203×120 cm), a foldable mattress, window blinds, ventilation grilles, two chairs and a table. The California mode allows heating or cooling for up to 48 hours without starting the engine. V2L capability delivers 2,000 W continuous power (peak 3.6 kW) for external devices. Pricing in Germany starts at €60,761, with first deliveries in early 2027.

Volkswagen has revealed the ID. California Cruise, a camper version of the ID. Buzz, at the Caravan Salon in Dusseldorf. Unlike traditional California models, it lacks a pop-up roof. Prices start at just over €60,000, with short- and long-wheelbase options. Features include a folding mattress, blackout blinds, camping chairs, and a table. The electric system can maintain climate for up to 48 hours, and V2L provides up to 3.6 kW peak power. The model will not be sold in the UK, but VW says a UK-specific variant will be announced in the coming months.

MotorTrend tested a Peace Vans conversion of the VW ID Buzz with a pop-top, kitchen, and bed. Options include an awning for $2,795, blackout shades for $995, and swivel bases for $895 each. The Weekender package with a fridge and sleep platform costs $11,995, while the slide-out kitchen is $7,995. The test took place in Olympic National Park, where overnight temperatures were in the 40s Fahrenheit.

At the Caravan Salon, Volkswagen presented the new electric camper ID.California Cruise, based on the ID.Buzz. The model features a fold-out bed measuring 2 meters in length, modular storage solutions, and V2L capability up to 3.6 kW. First deliveries in Germany are expected in early 2027, with prices starting at 60,761 euros.

Following the unveiling of the Volkswagen ID. California Cruise, the question arises whether electric camper vans are practical. The model, based on the ID. Buzz Pro, offers 79 kWh and 86 kWh battery options, with WLTP ranges of 455 and 480 km, but real-world highway consumption (around 22 kWh/100 km) cuts practical range to 250–280 km between charges. Overnighting away from charging infrastructure is limited, and campsite hookups are often restricted. The author concludes that a diesel or plug-in hybrid camper is more practical for travel.