Volkswagen ID. Buzz NWB Pro 2024

Starting price: €62,658

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Ownership summary

Verdict:

Volkswagen ID. Buzz NWB Pro 2024 is a different kind of EV: a RWD electric van with utility-first packaging and a bigger charging-planning burden. The official WLTP range is a useful headline, but the BEVDB mixed estimate of about 362 km and the 280 km cold-highway scenario are better planning figures.

In daily use, home charging takes about 8 h 10 min from 0-100%; on trips, the 10-80% DC estimate is about 25 min (est.), which should make highway stops manageable. The practical side is documented with 5 seats, 1121-2123 L cargo and 8 years / 160,000 km battery warranty. The main caveat is that real-world planning should use the BEVDB mixed estimate rather than the top WLTP figure. Range confidence is high and the tracked ownership specs are complete.

Best fit
Daily drivingHome chargingUtility useFamily use

Main caveatReal-world planning should use the BEVDB mixed estimate rather than the top WLTP figure.

Range reality

Official WLTP range
422-461 km
BEVDB mixed estimate
362 km
Cold highway estimate
280 km
Mixed vs top official
-99 km / -21%

Charging reality

Home charging
0-100% 8 h 10 min
Fast charging
10-80% 25 min (est.)
10-80% range added
255 km Based on BEVDB combined consumption

Practical ownership

Seats
5
Cargo
1121-2123 L
Battery warranty
8 years / 160,000 km

Data quality

Range confidence
High
Specs completeness
Complete
Estimate basis
WLTP data + BEVDB model
Missing key data
None of the tracked key fields
City - Mild Weather458 km
City - Cold Weather324 km
Highway - Mild Weather339 km
Highway - Cold Weather280 km

Estimates of actual range. The values given here are BEVDB estimates calculated from WLTP data and usable battery capacity, based on the BEVDB model. The BEVDB real-range card uses four fixed reference scenarios: City (Mild), Highway (Mild), City (Cold), and Highway (Cold). Mild means +20°C (70°F) without intensive climate-control use; cold means -10°C (14°F) with cabin heating. City speed is 50 km/h (30 mph), and highway speed is 110 km/h (70 mph). These figures are not official test results. Actual range will vary depending on speed, temperature, road conditions, road profile, load, tires, and driving style.

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Nominal Capacity84 kWh
Usable Capacity79 kWh
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Architecture400 V
Warranty Period8 years
Warranty Mileage160000 km
Cathode MaterialNCM

Source: Manufacturer

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Home / Destination

Charging TypeType 2Type 2 icon
Port LocationRear Right
Charge Power11 kW
Charge Time AC (0-100%)8 h 10 min
Charge Speed (mild)50 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)40 km/h

Fast Charging

Fast Charging PortCCS Combo 2CCS Combo 2 icon
Port LocationRear Right
Charge Power (max)185 kW
Charge Power (10-80%)135 kW
Charge Time DC (10-80%)25 min
Charge Speed (mild)670 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)520 km/h
Autocharge SupportedNo

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge SupportedYes
Supported ProtocolISO 15118-2

Preconditioning

Preconditioning PossibleYes
Automatically using NavigationYes
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Home / destination charging — 0–100%

AC full charge: fastest ~8h 10m
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
Wall plug · 230V / 10A2.3 kW39h10 km/h
1-phase 16A · 230V / 16A3.7 kW24h 15m16 km/h
1-phase 32A · 230V / 32A7.4 kW12h 10m32 km/h
3-phase 16A · 400V / 3x16A11 kW8h 10m48 km/h
3-phase 32A · 400V / 3x32A11 kW8h 10m48 km/hLimited by vehicle

Fast charging — 10–80%

Fastest DC 10–80%: ~25 min
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
CCS 50 kWCCS connector50 kW avg.1h 5m247 km/h
CCS 150 kWCCS connector126 kW avg.26 min622 km/hLimited by charger
CCS 350 kWCCS connector135 kW avg.25 min666 km/hLimited by vehicle

Estimated charging times are based on usable battery capacity, charging power and vehicle charging limits. Peak DC power is usually reached only briefly; average 10–80% power is more useful for estimating real charging time. Actual charging speed can vary by charger output, battery temperature, state of charge, weather, software and battery condition.

Acceleration7.6 sec (0-100 km/h)
Top Speed160 km/h
Total Power210 kW (286 PS)
Total Torque560 Nm
WLTP Consumption (combined)19.8 kWh/100 km
DriveRWD
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
Exterior Outlet(s)-
Interior Outlet(s)-

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2H via DC SupportedNo Data
Max. Output Power10 kW

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2G via DC SupportedNo Data
Max. Output Power10 kW
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BEVDB model

Combined real range (estimate)362 km
Combined Energy Use (estimate)21.7 kWh/100 km

BEVDB estimates use WLTP-rated (or derived; falls back to NEDC when WLTP is missing) consumption and usable battery capacity to model city/highway ranges; the combined value is a weighted mix of city/highway and mild/cold scenarios. See the methodology and data sources for inputs, official source boundaries, fallback rules, and versioning.

WLTP Ratings (best case)

Range461 km
Rated Consumption18.9 kWh/100 km

WLTP Ratings (worst case)

Range422 km
Rated Consumption20.7 kWh/100 km
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Safety Rating5/5
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant87%
Rating Year2022
Vulnerable Road Users60%
Safety Assist90%

Source: Euro NCAP

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Length4712 mm
Width1985 mm
Width with Mirrors2212 mm
Height1927 mm
Wheelbase2989 mm
Weight Unladen (EU)2510 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)3000 kg
Max. Payload565 kg
Cargo Volume1121 L
Cargo Volume Max2123 L
Cargo Volume Frunk0 L
Roof Load75 kg
Tow Hitch PossibleYes
Towing Weight Unbraked750 kg
Towing Weight Braked1200 kg
Vertical Load Max75 kg
Have questions about Dimensions and Weight?
Price€62,658
Seats5 people
IsofixYes, 3 seats
Turning Circle11.1 m
PlatformVW MEB
EV Dedicated PlatformYes
Car BodySmall Passenger Van
Roof RailsNo
Heat PumpYes
HP Standard EquipmentNo, optional

Reminder: Range and energy consumption figures are estimates. Actual results may vary depending on weather, driving style, terrain, and other conditions. Review the BEVDB methodology for estimate boundaries and source labels. If this model page looks wrong, use Contact and include this page URL plus an official source link when possible.