2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Charging Cost Calculator

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is a modern electric reimagining of the iconic VW Microbus, offering three rows, retro charm, and versatile cabin configurations.

MSRP

$59,995

$52,495 after credit

EPA Range

234 mi

91 kWh battery

Annual Charging

$822

$0.07/mile

Annual Savings

$734

vs gas car

Calculate Your Volkswagen ID.Buzz Charging Cost

Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.

Monthly Charging

$68.48

Annual Charging

$822

Cost Per Mile

$0.068

Annual Savings

$734

Volkswagen ID.Buzz vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost

Volkswagen ID.Buzz (Electric)$822/year
$822
Gas Car (27 MPG)$1,556/year
$1,556

Annual Savings

$734

5-Year Savings

$3,669

MPG Equivalent

79 MPGe

Efficiency Gain

2.9x

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.

Volkswagen ID.Buzz Charging Options

Level 1 (120V)

65h

Standard outlet, full charge

3 miles/hour added

~1.4 kW charging power

Cost: $14.56 per full charge

Level 2 (240V)

12h

Home charger, full charge

18 miles/hour added

~7.7 kW charging power

Cost: $14.56 per full charge

Recommended for home use

DC Fast (200 kW)

30min

10% to 80% charge

7.8 miles/minute added

CCS connector

Cost: ~$36.40 per full charge

Volkswagen ID.Buzz Tax Credits & Incentives

Federal EV Tax Credit

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz qualifies for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, reducing the effective price from $59,995 to $52,495.

MSRP

$59,995

Tax Credit

-$7,500

Effective Price

$52,495

Home Charger ROI for Volkswagen ID.Buzz

Level 2 Charger + Installation$1,200
Federal Charger Tax Credit (30%)-$360
Net Charger Cost$840
Monthly Fuel Savings$61/mo
Charger Payback20 months

Why Home Charging?

  • 60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
  • Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
  • Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
  • Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging

2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Specifications

CategoryElectric Minivan
MSRP$59,995
EPA Range234 miles
Battery91 kWh
Efficiency42.8 kWh/100 mi
MPGe79 MPGe
DrivetrainAWD
0-60 mph6.2 sec
Seats7
Cargo42 cu ft
Charging PortCCS
DC Fast Charge Rate200 kW

Key Features

Retro VW Bus designConfigurable cabinBi-directional charging

Volkswagen ID.Buzz vs Competitors

VehicleRangeMSRPEfficiencyAnnual Cost
Volkswagen ID.Buzz234 mi$59,99542.8 kWh$822
Kia EV9304 mi$54,90036.1 kWh$693
Hyundai IONIQ 9360 mi$56,60033.7 kWh$647
Toyota bZ5X300 mi$55,00035.2 kWh$676

How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz?

The 2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz is a electric minivan with a 91 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 234 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $14.56. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $822.

Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz saves $734 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $3,669 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 79 MPGe, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz is approximately 2.9x more efficient than the average gas car.

Most Volkswagen ID.Buzz owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 12 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz supports DC fast charging at up to 200 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 7.8 miles of range per minute of charging.

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