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Audi A1 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Audi A1 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Audi A1

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • noticeably more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,884 £.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 359 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is significantly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,225 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 1,005 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £42,900
ID. Buzz Bus

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km
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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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The VW ID. Buzz revives the classic camper van vibe with a modern electric twist, offering plush space and a friendly, futuristic face that stops traffic. It’s clearly built for weekend escapes and city runs alike, with clever interior details that make it as practical as it is charming.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Audi A1 have?

The Audi A1 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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