Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX 2025 vs Jeep Recon EV

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thumb image Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX 2025 US$ 65,000
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thumb image Jeep Recon EV US$ 60,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volkswagen Jeep
Model ID.Buzz GTX 2025 Recon EV
Vehicle Type Electric Electric mid-size off-road SUV
Trims Pro, Pro S, and GTX Expected: Willys / Overland
Release Date December 2025 deliveries into 2026
Status Coming Soon Announced / pre-production
Made In Hanover, Germany Toluca, Mexico
Body Type Minivan 5-door
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles TBD
Colors Standard Colors: Candy White, Makena Turquoise Metallic, Lime Yellow Metallic, Starlight Blue Metallic _ Premium Colors (GTX/Pro S): Deep Black Pearl, Moonstone Gray Metallic TBD (standard Jeep color palette expected; special trims likely have unique colors).

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Electric Motor AWD (top/rugged trims may use higher-output setups).
Horsepower 335 hp Expected ~400–600 hp
Torque 400 lb-ft TBD
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds TBD
Top Speed 112 mph (180 km/h) TBD
Range 230 miles Target / expected ≈ 300 miles
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive (AWD) AWD (electric 4x4 capability expected).

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) STLA Large / large-pack architecture (Stellantis platform).
Battery Capacity 91 kWh (gross) / 82 kWh (usable) Estimated / expected ~100 kWh+
Power Consumption 2.5 - 2.9 mi/kWh (345 Wh/mi) TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles TBD
Home Charging Speed 7.5 - 8 hours (0-100%) Level-2 (240 V) capable
Supercharging Speed 10-80% in 30 min TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed 170 kW TBD
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25-30 miles/hour TBD
Charging Time 7.5-8 hours TBD (depends on pack & charger).
Charging Connector Type U.S.: J1772 (standard for Level 2) and CCS1 (Combined Charging System) TBD
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V, 12A, 1.4 kW), Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW), and (Public Only, 50-350 kW) Standard Level-2 home charger supported
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 192.4 in (4,888 mm) TBD (official exterior dimensions not yet released).
Width 78.1 in (1,985 mm) TBD
Height 76.6 in (1,946 mm) TBD
Wheelbase 117.6 in (2,988 mm) TBD
Ground Clearance 6.3 in (160 mm) TBD
Cargo Space (Max, 2nd Row Folded) 74.1 cu ft TBD (cargo liters / ft³ not published yet).
Curb Weight 5,100 lbs (2,315 kg) TBD
No. of Doors 5 Doors (standard) 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater (4 side + liftgate) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Sport Alloy Wheel TBD (alloy wheels expected; rugged trims with off-road wheels).
Wheel Size 20" (standard), 21" (optional) TBD
Front Tire 255/45 R20 TBD
Rear Tire 255/45 R20 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed per motor (standard EV layout).
Turning Radius 42 ft TBD.
Gear Box Fixed-Ratio Reduction Gear TBD.
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut TBD.
Rear Suspension Multi-Link TBD.

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Travel Assist (Lane Keep + Adaptive Cruise) Advanced ADAS expected (Jeep terrain/off-road assist
Navigation System Yes Integrated navigation (expected).
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Expected / likely included in ADAS suite.
Climate Control Yes Expected dual-zone automatic (TBD).
Auxiliary Auto Input USB-C only (no 3.5mm jack) TBD.
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Expected.
Keyless Entry Yes Expected.
Heated Steering Wheel Yes TBD (likely on mid/high trims).
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Possible/panels likely on certain trims — TBD.
Apple Car Play Wireless Likely (wired/wireless — TBD).
Android Auto Wireless Likely (wired/wireless — TBD).
Touchscreen 12.9 inches Yes — modern Jeep infotainment (size / spec TBD).
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Likely offered (TBD).
Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual-phone pairing) Yes (expected).
MP3 Player Yes Expected (via infotainment).
No. Of Speakers 10-Speaker TBD (standard vs premium audio options).

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Regenerative braking + hydraulic brakes (standard EV).
Front Brakes Ventilated discs TBD (disc brakes expected).
Rear Brakes Solid discs TBD (disc brakes expected).
Brake Assist Yes Expected.
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes.
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes (expected).
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes (expected).
No. Of Airbags 7 Airbags (Dual front, side, curtain + driver knee) typically 6–8 for modern SUVs).
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes.
Crash Sensor Yes Yes.
Ultrasonic Sensors 12 sensors (360° coverage) Expected as part of ADAS / parking set.
Multiple Cameras Yes Expected (360° / surround cameras on higher trims).
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Off-road Mode (Camera-based) Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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