Volkswagen ID. Buzz NWB Pro / NWB GTX EV charger: which one fits best?
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz NWB Pro and NWB GTX (NWB stands for the normal, shorter wheelbase) both charge at home with up to 11 kW of alternating current (AC) through a Type 2 connection. That is the limit of the on-board charger, so a more powerful charger will not charge this van any faster. If your home has a 3-phase connection, what matters more is choosing an 11 kW charger with the right features. The other ID. Buzz versions are in our overview of every Volkswagen EV charger option, and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB GTX / LWB Pro has a longer wheelbase and a larger battery.
For the Volkswagen ID. Buzz NWB Pro / NWB GTX we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers. Check your vehicle documents or the charging menu on the display to confirm the on-board charger of your ID. Buzz.
NWB Pro and NWB GTX compared
The NWB Pro and NWB GTX share the same 79 kWh usable battery and the same charging power. The difference lies in the drive: the Pro is rear-wheel drive, while the GTX has all-wheel drive and more power, which costs it a little range.
| Version | Battery (usable) | Max. AC charging | Max. DC fast charging | WLTP range | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NWB Pro | 79 kWh | 11 kW | 185 kW | 461 km | Rear-wheel drive (286 hp) |
| NWB GTX | 79 kWh | 11 kW | 185 kW | 420 km | All-wheel drive (340 hp) |
Charging specifications of the ID. Buzz NWB Pro and NWB GTX
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity (usable) | 79 kWh |
| Maximum AC charging power at home | 11 kW |
| Charging time with an 11 kW EV charger (0 to 100%) | approx. 8.5 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| DC fast charging (CCS) | up to 185 kW, approx. 26 minutes from 10 to 80% |
| Smart charging | Plug & Charge via ISO 15118-2 |
Which EV charger suits the ID. Buzz NWB Pro or NWB GTX?
Because both versions top out at 11 kW, a 3-phase charger from our 11 kW range is the right choice. A 3-phase charger uses all three phases of your home connection, which is what the ID. Buzz needs to reach its full 11 kW.
It also pays to look at a charger with a built-in MID meter. A MID meter is a calibrated kWh meter that complies with the European Measuring Instruments Directive. It measures the electricity you charge at home separately from the rest of your household, so you know exactly what charging the ID. Buzz costs you.
Browse all 11 kW EV chargers in our range, or narrow your search to the EV chargers with a MID meter. The ID. Buzz uses a Type 2 connection, the same as most chargers. You only need a separate Type 2 charging cable if your charger has a socket instead of a fixed cable, or to charge at a public charging point on the road.
How long does the ID. Buzz NWB take to charge?
The charging time is the same for both versions of the VW ID. Buzz NWB, because they share the same battery and the same charging power. On paper, 79 kWh divided by 11 kW comes to just over 7 hours. Allowing for charging losses, a full charge from empty takes about 8.5 hours. Plug the van in at 11 pm and it is full again in the morning. On the road, the ID. Buzz charges at a DC fast charger with up to 185 kW, which takes it from 10 to 80 percent in about 26 minutes.
On a single-phase connection the ID. Buzz charges more slowly. On a 32 A circuit it takes up to 7.4 kW, so a full charge takes about 13 hours. On a 16 A circuit it drops to 3.7 kW and about 25 hours. If your home only has a single-phase supply, a 7.4 kW charger on a 32 A circuit is the practical choice; you need a 3-phase connection to reach the full 11 kW.
Other versions of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz
Wallbox Discounter also has charging information for the other versions of the ID. Buzz:
- Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro, the original version with a 77 kWh battery
- Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB GTX / LWB Pro, the long wheelbase with a larger 86 kWh battery
Frequently asked questions
Which version do I have, the NWB Pro or the NWB GTX?
The NWB GTX is the sporty top version with 340 hp, recognisable by the GTX badge. A second electric motor on the front axle gives it all-wheel drive. The NWB Pro is rear-wheel drive with 286 hp. For charging it makes no difference: both charge at 11 kW and have the same 79 kWh battery.
Does the ID. Buzz NWB charge faster with a 22 kW charger?
No. The on-board charger of both the NWB Pro and the NWB GTX is limited to 11 kW AC. A 22 kW charger therefore delivers no more than 11 kW to this van at home. An 11 kW charger is exactly what you need.
Do I need a charger with a MID meter?
Not to charge: your ID. Buzz charges just as well without one. A built-in MID meter is worth it if you want to know exactly how many kWh you charge at home, separately from your household consumption, whether you drive privately or for work. In our range you will find MID meters on 11 kW and 22 kW chargers. We recommend having the charger connected by a qualified electrician, which is the safer choice.