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Audi A3 Limousine vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Audi A3 Limousine vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi A3 Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,879 £.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine offers a bit more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers markedly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Audi A3 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is substantially lighter – 1,345 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 919 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries noticeably more – 753 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 233 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine holds a narrow 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 £27,700
A3 Limousine

Audi A3 Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Audi A3 Limousine
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Audi A3 Limousine

The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.

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Audi A3 Limousine
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
1,345 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
415 - 520 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
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