The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Electric MPV: The Complete Guide For India

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The All-Electric VW ID.Buzz MPV

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Volkswagen AG, the Germany automotive group is one of the leading automotive companies in the global electric vehicle (EV) industry. Volkswagen has committed to an investment up to Euro 30 billion by 2023. It aims to sell 3 million electric vehicles by 2025 and launch up to 70 new EV models over the next 10 years.

With the launch of its electric vehicle ID. Family, VW is fast cementing a dominant position to become the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer by 2028, with the automotive behemoth planning to manufacturer 22 million electric vehicles. The automotive company currently has a number of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) on sale, to include:

• All-electric VW ID.3
• All-electric VW ID.4
• All-electric VW ID.4 GTX
• All-electric VW ID.5
• All-electric VW ID.5 GTX
• All-electric VW ID.7
• All-electric VW ID.Buzz
• All-electric VW e-up!
• VW Passat GTE Plug-In Hybrid Saloon
• VW Passat GTE Plug-In Hybrid Estate
• VW Touareg R Plug-In Hybrid
• VW Golf Plug-In Hybrid

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is the latest pure electric vehicle from the German automotive manufacturer. It is the first all-electric family MPV from Volkswagen. The EV shares the same MEB platform as the other Volkswagen pure electric cars. The ID. Buzz was first shown as a concept vehicle in 2017 at the North American International Auto Show.

For families keen on a practical and environmentally friendly MPV, the all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz is certainly worth consideration. Though it is currently available only as a 5-seater, the automotive manufacturer is expected to release a seven-seater version in due course (late 2023).

The e-Van is available in one EV battery size (77 kWh). The manufacturer claims a zero-emission electric range up to 415 km (WLTP). Even adjusting for real-world driving conditions, the EV delivers a useful and practical electric range, for most day-to-day needs and for longer distance motorway driving.

For those new to electric driving, a number of factors impact the claimed range. These include: driving profile, weather conditions, road surface, wheel size, onboard services used, passenger load and more. The electric car also incorporates regenerative braking to increase the efficiency and electric range. A pure electric range closer to 350 km is more realistic.

The VW EV offers DC charging up to 170 kW. The EV can be charged up to 80% in 30 minutes. The EV does incorporate a three-phase 11 kW AC onboard charger as standard. Given that most homes in India are powered by single-phase power supply, most of us will not be able to take advantage of the three-phase onboard charger. For those with access to 3-phase EV charging, the EV can be fully charged in 7 hours and 30 minutes. Single-phase EV charging (7.4 kW) will take just over 12 hours for a full charge.

Though the EV can be charged via a domestic 3-PIN plug, we at e-zoomed do not encourage using a domestic plug for charging an electric car. We at e-zoomed recommend charging overnight when the electricity prices are lower. We also recommend charging on a regular basis. This way charging times are reduced and regular charging is good for the long-term maintenance of the onboard EV battery. The manufacturer offers a 8 years/ 160,000 km warranty. 

In terms of performance, the rear-wheel drive VW ID.Buzz electric van can achieve 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds (maximum power: 204 PS/ torque: 310 Nm). The top speed for the EV is 145 km/h. Of course, the electric car also benefits from instant torque.

The EV is well equipped. Some of the standard features include: adaptive cruise control (ACC) stop & go with speed limiter, dynamic road sign display, lane assist, park assist plus including park distance control, rear-view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Discover Pro’ navigation system with 12 inch colour touch-screen and more.

Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet! The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is not available in India.

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PROS	CONS
Good zero-emission pure electric range	Only available in one battery size option
Attractive and iconic exterior styling	Not currently available as a seven-seater
170 kW DC charging and 11 kW onboard charger as standard	Cheaper alternatives available

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The All-Electric Volkswagen ID.Buzz MPV (credit: VW)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body Type:	MPV
Engine:	Electric
Available In India:	No

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Variants (1 Option)
VW ID.Buzz (from ₹ N/A)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in one battery size: 77 kWh
Charging:	170 kW DC Rapid Charging (5%-80%: 30 mins). Onboard charger: 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 7 hrs 30 mins)
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
EV Battery Warranty:	8 years or 160,000 km

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1927
Width (mm):	1985
Length (mm):	4712
Wheelbase (mm):	2989
Turning Circle (m):	11.10
Boot Space (L):	1,121

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ID.Buzz
EV Battery Capacity:	77 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	415 km
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/ 100km):	20.8 – 21.2
Charging:	170 kW DC Rapid Charging (5%-80%: 30 mins). Onboard charger: 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 7 hrs 30 mins)
Top Speed:	145 km/h
0-100 km/h:	10.2 seconds
Drive:	Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Max Power (PS):	204
Torque (Nm):	310
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	5
Doors:	5
Weight (kg):	2,459
Colours:	11
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G): An Introduction

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V2G is an innovative bidirectional technology that allows the onboard EV battery to be charged and discharged i.e. electrical energy to be exported/ discharged from the onboard EV battery to the grid via a V2G compatible EV charger. It also allows for vital informational flow (data) to the grid. In effect, the V2G technology allows an EV battery to be used as a grid-connected energy storage unit.

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Benefits: V2G
Lower energy costs:	V2G can lower utility costs to include, lowering wholesale and retail energy costs
Improving the grid’s response ability:	V2G can improve the stability of the intra-day supply and demand needs, improving the grids ability to meet the needs of peak demand
Improving power quality:	V2G can improve power quality by controlling voltage and power factors
Increase resilience:	V2G can improve the resilience of the grid and electricity network in significantly adverse conditions
Increase use of renewable energy:	V2G enables an increase in the contribution of renewable energy to the national energy generation mix. The higher the contribution of RE, the greener the power supplied
Reduce cost of EV ownership:	V2G can reduce the cost of EV ownership by enabling EV owners to earn from exporting energy to the grid
Improves national energy security:	V2G can improve the national energy security of a country by reducing dependence on imported energy
Improve environmental impact:	V2G can improve the environmental impact of energy usage and transportation by reducing the dependence on fossil fuels

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