Volkswagen ID. Buzz in Wisconsin
Home charging at 17.20¢/kWh (EIA). 37 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 45¢/kWh avg.
EV vs gas car — annual fuel cost
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz at home rates compared against a typical 28-mpg gas car and a 40-mpg hybrid at the Wisconsin fuel price ($3.25/gal).
| Annual mileage | Volkswagen ID. Buzz (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $382 | $696 | $488 | $315 |
| 10,000 mi | $636 | $1161 | $813 | $524 |
| 12,000 mi | $764 | $1393 | $975 | $629 |
| 15,000 mi | $955 | $1741 | $1219 | $786 |
| 20,000 mi | $1273 | $2321 | $1625 | $1049 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in Wisconsin runs about 2.6× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1998 vs $764 at home — a $1234 penalty. Apartment dwellers and road-trippers should price this in; daily commuters with home Level 2 can usually ignore public chargers.
DC fast rate is a network average (Electrify America + EVgo + Tesla Supercharger + ChargePoint). Real prices vary by location, time of day, and membership tier.
EV incentives in Wisconsin
Wisconsin does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. Federal Section 30D credit of $7,500 still applies for qualifying vehicles (US-assembled with sourced battery components, MSRP cap, household income cap). Check the EV tax credit eligibility list for your vehicle. Some utilities offer charger installation rebates — check with your local utility.
Same vehicle in neighboring states
How Volkswagen ID. Buzz cost compares in Wisconsin's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin (current) | 17.20¢ | $3.25 | $6.36 | $5.24 |
| Iowa | 13.49¢ | $3.10 | $4.99 | $6.08 |
| Minnesota | 14.93¢ | $3.20 | $5.52 | $5.90 |
| Illinois | 16.43¢ | $3.55 | $6.08 | $6.60 |
| Michigan | 18.96¢ | $3.35 | $7.02 | $4.95 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 37 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 234 miles
- Make / model: Volkswagen ID. Buzz
Other EVs in Wisconsin
Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a Volkswagen ID. Buzz at home in Wisconsin?
- About $6.36 per 100 miles at the Wisconsin residential electricity rate of 17.20¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $11.61 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$629.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in Wisconsin?
- Public DC fast charging in Wisconsin averages ~45¢/kWh — that's 2.6× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $16.65 at public chargers vs $6.36 at home. For daily commuting, home charging pays off. Public fast charging is for road trips and apartment dwellers without home charging access.
- Are there EV incentives in Wisconsin?
- Wisconsin does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. The federal Section 30D tax credit ($7,500) still applies for qualifying vehicles, and your utility may run separate charger-installation rebates.
- Does winter weather affect charging cost in Wisconsin?
- Yes — cold weather can reduce EV efficiency by 15-30% (battery + heater draw). The numbers above use EPA combined ratings; budget +20% for sustained sub-freezing temps. Winter range drop is most pronounced for northern states.
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