Cursed or Blessed? The Unexpected Journey of VW I.D. Buggy Concept to a Kid's Ride

Remember the 2018 VW I.D. Buggy Concept? That electric dune monster designed to take the VW MEB platform to new heights? Well, brace yourself: it's been turned into a kid's ride-on toy. And guess who's making it? Huffy—the same company that's been cranking out bicycles since forever.

Don't get us wrong, the I.D. Buggy was rad from the get-go. It promised an electric Meyers Manx VW experience with around 200 HP firing on the rear axle. It boasted a 62 kWh battery pack and aimed for an estimated 155-mile range. But somewhere along the road, the Buggy lost its way.

Instead of being the embodiment of electric innovation and nostalgia, it's been downsized, literally. No more talks of mass production or show-stopping performances. Now, it's all about the tots. We're talking Power Wheels vibes here, folks, just not the actual brand.

But here’s the kicker: this kiddie version is surprisingly cool. Staying loyal to the original concept, it can zip along at 5 mph and even has functional taillights and a horn. For just $235.99, you can bring home a slice of what could have been VW's electric masterpiece.

So, is the I.D. Buggy's transformation a tragedy or a blessing in disguise? Maybe a bit of both. It might not be the beach-combing, trail-blazing marvel we were hoping for, but at least it offers a fun ride for the youngest VW fans among us.