Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX

Available since October 2024

£67,435Price from

79.0 kWhUseable Battery

205 mi *Real Range

385 Wh/mi *Efficiency

Price from £67,435

Availability	Available to order
Available to order since *	October 2024
Available to order until	-

Lease (BCH) from £598 pcm

Annual VED	£0
Congestion Charge	£0
Insurance Group	N/A

Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. Contract hire estimate by e-car lease t/a CarLease (UK) Ltd who are a credit broker not a lender. Offer based on a business contract hire usership agreement, 6+35 profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package and subject to VAT. Prices subject to terms and conditions.

Real Range Estimation between 145 - 300 mi

City - Cold Weather *	215 mi
Highway - Cold Weather *	145 mi
Combined - Cold Weather *	175 mi

City - Mild Weather *	300 mi
Highway - Mild Weather *	185 mi
Combined - Mild Weather *	230 mi

Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.

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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph	6.5 sec
Top Speed	99 mph
Electric Range *	205 mi

Total Power	250 kW (335 hp)
Total Torque	413 lb-ft
Drive	AWD

Battery

Nominal Capacity	84.0 kWh
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Number of Cells	288
Architecture	400 V
Warranty Period	8 years
Warranty Mileage	100,000 mi

Useable Capacity	79.0 kWh
Cathode Material	NCM
Pack Configuration	96s3p
Nominal Voltage	352 V
Form Factor	No Data
Name / Reference	No Data

Charging

Home / Destination

Charge Port	Type 2
Port Location	Right Side - Rear
Charge Power †	11 kW AC

Charge Time (0->205 mi) †	8h30m
Charge Speed †	24 mph

Rapid Charging

Charge Port	CCS
Port Location	Right Side - Rear
Charge Power (max)	185 kW DC
Charge Power (10-80%)	135 kW DC

Charge Time (20->164 mi)	26 min
Charge Speed	330 mph
Autocharge Supported	No

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge Supported

Yes

Supported Protocol

ISO 15118-2

Battery Preconditioning

Preconditioning Possible

Yes

Automatically using Navigation

Yes

Click here for all charging information

† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 12h45m and a charge speed of 16 mph.

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Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L Supported	No
Max. Output Power	-

Exterior Outlet(s)	-
Interior Outlet(s)	-

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC Supported	No
Max. Output Power	-

V2H via DC Supported	Announced
Max. Output Power	10.0 kW DC

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC Supported	No
Max. Output Power	-

V2G via DC Supported	Announced
Max. Output Power	10.0 kW DC

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range *	205 mi
Vehicle Consumption *	385 Wh/mi

CO2 Emissions	0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent *	105 mpg

WLTP Ratings

Range *	249 mi
Rated Consumption *	No Data
Vehicle Consumption *	318 Wh/mi

CO2 Emissions	0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent *	No Data
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent *	127 mpg

Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.

Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 263 - 545 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather *	367 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather *	545 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather *	451 Wh/mi

City - Mild Weather *	263 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather *	427 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather *	343 Wh/mi

Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.

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Safety (Euro NCAP)

Safety Rating
Adult Occupant	92%
Child Occupant	87%

Rating Year	2022
Vulnerable Road Users	60%
Safety Assist	90%

For more details on the safety rating of this vehicle, visit euroncap.com

Dimensions and Weight

Length	4712 mm
Width	1985 mm
Width with mirrors	2212 mm
Height	1925 mm
Wheelbase	2989 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) *	2500 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)	No Data
Max. Payload	No Data

Cargo Volume	1121 L
Cargo Volume Max	2123 L
Cargo Volume Frunk	0 L
Roof Load	No Data
Tow Hitch Possible	Yes
Towing Weight Unbraked	750 kg
Towing Weight Braked	1800 kg
Vertical Load Max	No Data

Miscellaneous

Seats	5 people
Isofix	Yes, 3 seats
Turning Circle	11.1 m
Platform	VW MEB
EV Dedicated Platform	Yes

Car Body	Small Passenger Van
Segment	N - Passenger Van
Roof Rails	No
Heat pump (HP)	Yes
HP Standard Equipment	No, optional

Company Car Tax Indication

Financial Year 2024-25

BIK Tax Rate	2%
P11D Value from	£67,380
Benefit in Kind (BIK)	£1,348

BIK @ 20%	£22 pcm
BIK @ 40%	£45 pcm
BIK @ 45%	£51 pcm

Financial Year 2025-26

BIK Tax Rate	3%
P11D Value from	£67,380
Benefit in Kind (BIK)	£2,021

BIK @ 20%	£34 pcm
BIK @ 40%	£67 pcm
BIK @ 45%	£76 pcm

Financial Year 2026-27

BIK Tax Rate	4%
P11D Value from	£67,380
Benefit in Kind (BIK)	£2,695

BIK @ 20%	£45 pcm
BIK @ 40%	£90 pcm
BIK @ 45%	£101 pcm

Go to the ID. Buzz SWB on the official Volkswagen website.

* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

Similar electric vehicles

Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB Pro £8,040 less expensive 20 mi more range 22% slower acceleration 3% more energy efficient 9% faster rapid-charging

Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB GTX £360 more expensive 15 mi more range Same acceleration Similar energy consumption 6% faster rapid-charging

Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB Pro £8,400 less expensive 15 mi more range 17% slower acceleration 9% more energy efficient 7% faster rapid-charging

Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.

Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)

Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.

Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)

Charging Point	Max. Power	Power	Time	Rate
Wall Plug (2.3 kW)	230V / 1x10A	2.3 kW	40h30m	5 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW)	230V / 1x16A	3.7 kW	25h15m	8 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW)	230V / 1x32A	7.4 kW	12h45m	16 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW)	400V / 3x16A	11 kW	8h30m	24 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW)	400V / 3x16A	11 kW †	8h30m	24 mph

† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.

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Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)

Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX.

Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%

Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)

Charging Point	Max. Power	Avg. Power	Time	Rate
CCS (50 kW DC)	50 kW	50 kW	70 min	120 mph
CCS (100 kW DC)	100 kW	90 kW †	39 min	220 mph
CCS (150 kW DC)	150 kW	115 kW †	30 min	280 mph
CCS (175 kW DC)	175 kW	130 kW †	27 min	310 mph
CCS (350 kW DC)	185 kW †	135 kW †	26 min	330 mph

This vehicle does not support Autocharge
This vehicle supports Plug & Charge

† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle

Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.

Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.

Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.

Volkswagen Claimed Specifications

The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.

Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
Time: time needed for charging session

Volkswagen Claimed Specifications

Max. Power	Charge From	Charge To	Time
185 kW	10 %	80 %	25 min

All about the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX

Pricing

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX has a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £66,444 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £67,435. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Drivetrain and Performance

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX is 250 kW (335 hp). The maximum torque is 413 lb-ft. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX is all wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 6.5 seconds. The top speed is 99 mph.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX has a total capacity of 84 kWh. The usable capacity is 79 kWh. An estimated range of about 205 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.

For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 145 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 300 mi.

Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 8 hours 30 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 12 hours 45 minutes and a charge rate of 16 mph. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 40 hours 30 minutes.

Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 185 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 135 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 140 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX is about 385 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 105 mpg in a traditional petrol car.

The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 545 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 263 Wh per mile.

CO2 Emission

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz SWB GTX emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.

More information from Volkswagen

The link below will open the page of the ID. Buzz SWB on the official Volkswagen site.

Go to the ID. Buzz SWB on the official Volkswagen website.

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