Volkswagen ID. Buggy Will Be Made, but in a Different Form

At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen presented the ID Buggy concept, a modern-day interpretation of the famed Dune Buggy. The new prototype took on a pseudo-Beetle appearance, but as drawn for a cartoon. Needless to say, the design caused a sensation.

At that time, Volkswagen said it would like to see its electric concept reach the production stage, even though there’s no niche market for this type of product in the industry. The company's plans changed, but all, it seems, is not lost regarding the new Buggy.  

According to Car Magazine, Volkswagen has abandoned its original strategy. The automaker initially intended to develop a low-volume production version in collaboration with the Aachen, Germany-based company e.Go Mobile. However, that firm recently filed for bankruptcy protection, leaving Volkswagen without a partner for the project.

Rest assured, however, it seems the German manufacturer is not thinking of tossing that project aside. Instead, the ID. Buggy is to be reinvented as a more "conventional" product, one with a relatively affordable price tag attached to it. It will retain some of the key features of the concept, including large off-road tires, high ground clearance and a completely unique design.

“The electric-car era will force SUVs to change. We’ve always wondered what’s the next big thing after the SUV: it’s the fully electric SUV.”

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