Volkswagen ID.UNYX Charging Cost in China
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a Volkswagen ID.UNYX (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in China, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
Volkswagen ID.UNYX specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 77 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 175 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 11 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 621 km (CLTC)
- Realistic range estimate
- 497 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 15 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- ¥9.30
- Battery chemistry
- NMC
A real-world estimate discounted from the manufacturer's claimed figure; actual distance depends on driving style, speed, and conditions.
Estimated from the realistic range, not a measured consumption figure; actual use varies with driving and conditions.
Volkswagen ID.UNYX charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 46.2 kWh | 19 minutes | ¥83.16 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 77 kWh | 48 minutes | ¥138.60 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 46.2 kWh | 4 hours 12 minutes | ¥27.72 |
Volkswagen ID.UNYX charging time by charger power
How long the Volkswagen ID.UNYX takes to charge at different charger power levels, capped by its own onboard limits.
| Charger | Power | Charge | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard outlet | 2.2 kW | 0% → 100% | 35 hours |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 11 hours |
| Public AC | 11 kW | 0% → 100% | 7 hours |
| DC fast | 175 kW | 10% → 80% | 22 minutes |
AC rows assume constant charging power and a 0% to 100% charge. Real times vary with the onboard charger, temperature, and the charger you use.
The DC fast row (10% to 80%) models the charging curve tapering as the battery fills, so it is more realistic than a flat estimate. Real DC times still vary with temperature, battery state, and the charger.
Charging speed
The Volkswagen ID.UNYX is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 19 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
Estimated. Real DC charging slows as the battery fills, so the time varies by model, temperature, and charger.
As of 2026-06-03
Battery care
This car uses an NMC battery. For daily use, charging to about 80% and topping up to 100% only before long trips helps it last longer; heat is the main thing that ages it.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 298 km of range for ¥83.16. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | ¥145.09 | ¥61.93 |
| 1000–1500 cc | ¥171.47 | ¥88.31 |
| 1500–2000 cc | ¥211.04 | ¥127.88 |
| 2000–2500 cc | ¥250.61 | ¥167.45 |
| > 2500 cc | ¥303.37 | ¥220.21 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Gasoline 92# at ¥8.85/L. Charging at home saves the most; actual figures vary with driving and conditions.
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Compare with another car →Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a Volkswagen ID.UNYX from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a Volkswagen ID.UNYX from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about ¥83.16.
How long does it take to charge a Volkswagen ID.UNYX?
- Charging a Volkswagen ID.UNYX from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 19 minutes.