We took Peace Vans’ fully converted Volkswagen ID.Buzz camper for a Pacific Northwest overnight—from city streets to a beachside campsite—and put every camping feature to work: swivel seat + slide-out table with an induction cooktop, a deep electric fridge, sink with running water, ambient lighting, and a Thule awning that extends the living space outside.
On the road, the Buzz feels familiar—built on VW’s MEB platform (think ID.4 vibes) with about 230 miles of range. And the charging? We saw ~120 kW even at 64 percent—a legit road-tripper.
We arrived right on the ocean, slept comfortably with blackout window covers, and in the morning used the EV’s HVAC to quickly warm and de-fog the cabin before coffee. We charged to 100% overnight, then cruised home. Total trip was ~350 miles at ~2.2 mi/kWh.
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Transcript:
Peace Vans ID. Buzz Road Trip
Today’s an exciting day—we’re driving to Peace Vans to pick up an ID. Buzz for the day. We’re heading to the Pacific Northwest, exploring the Olympic Peninsula, and staying overnight. So, we’re on I-90 toward Seattle to pick up the Peace Vans ID. Buzz. Let’s go.
At the rental spot, there are several colorful vans: orange, silver, yellow, and the Peace Vans ID. Buzz we’ll be driving.
This is my first time driving the ID. Buzz. I’ve driven the ID.3, my own ID.4, and also the ID.5 and ID.7—both the sedan and the tourer—but this is the first time behind the wheel of the Buzz. It feels great. It has the same peppy and agile character you expect from an EV, with no real downsides. This one includes a special roof shade for camping, upgraded tires, and sport suspension. Let’s get going.
We’re using Travel Assist on I-5, heading south before turning west toward the Olympic Peninsula. Around JBLM traffic is usually slower, but we’ve already planned our first charge near a Target.
Charging performance is impressive. We started at 33% and were pulling around 150 kW, probably limited by the charger. Even at 64%, it was still charging at nearly 120 kW. Very efficient. Time for a quick lunch.
We’ve arrived at a beautiful spot by the ocean.
Inside the Peace Vans ID. Buzz
Welcome to the fully converted ID. Buzz camper van, built by Peace Vans. Before checking out the camping setup, it’s worth noting this vehicle is based on the MEB platform, similar to the ID.4, so it drives with familiar dynamics and offers around 230 miles of range. Charging performance is excellent, and it handles beautifully.
Inside, the custom living area is thoughtfully designed. The passenger seat swivels, and there’s a sliding table that doubles as a dining surface and reveals an induction cooktop. There’s ample storage, including space for a kettle and a power bank that runs the entire living area.
A deep electric fridge sits next to a stainless steel sink with 11 liters of water capacity. The faucet can be removed for washing up outside. Storage is generous, with drawers and shelves for pots, pans, and essentials.
A slide-out table provides a convenient workspace with USB charging ports. The couch converts easily into a full bed—either partially extended or fully flat.
At the back, there’s more storage for cables or gear, and when the couch is upright, it serves as a comfortable seat. The van includes a retractable Thule awning that extends the living space outdoors.
One of the coolest details is the lighting design. Peace Vans added custom LED accents and logos throughout the cabin, all independently controlled by a central switch.
When it’s time for bed, you can fold everything down and close up for the night.
Morning on the Coast
Good morning. The window shutters work well at blocking light—it stays quite dark inside. The built-in AC handles both heating and dehumidifying, keeping the cabin comfortable. We charged overnight to 100%, showing 217 miles of range. Time for coffee overlooking the cloudy Pacific coast.
After a refreshing morning shower, I have to thank Harley and the team at Peace Vans for letting us try this out. The level of craftsmanship is impressive—the way they integrated components into the existing trim, including 3D-printed pieces, makes everything look seamless.
Being an EV, it’s easy to preheat the cabin in the morning. The auxiliary heater quickly clears condensation and warms the space for a comfortable start to the day.
We’re now heading back to Peace Vans after about 350 miles of driving, averaging 2.2 miles per kWh.
Thanks for watching. We’re back in our ID.4, almost home. Please subscribe—our channel isn’t sponsored, and your support helps us create more content like this. Coming up soon, we’ll test our battery to zero and talk with Fredrik, who figured out how to enable battery preheating on ID. Software version 3. See you next time.
