Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has introduced a factory-fitted partition for the ID. Buzz electric van, enabling the five-seat model to combine passenger and cargo transport functions. The partition system, developed with Dutch company Snoeks Automotive, separates the rear load compartment from the passenger area.
The partition is installed behind the second row of seats during production and allows goods to be loaded up to roof height in the rear compartment. A window integrated into the partition maintains rear visibility, while a fold-open stowage compartment for the charging cable is installed in the load area floor.
The system is made from Compax, a lightweight composite material with a soft-touch finish. Volkswagen said rear seat belts and side airbags remain fully functional with the partition installed.
The partition is available for the short-wheelbase ID. Buzz in Freestyle, Pure, Energy, and Pro trim levels. Long-wheelbase versions are limited to Energy and Pro configurations. Pricing in Germany is set at €1,856.40 including the charging cable stowage compartment.
Volkswagen and Snoeks Automotive have collaborated for 70 years, with Snoeks systems also used in the Caddy, Transporter, Caravelle, Multivan, and Crafter models.
Source: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
