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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • significantly more power
  • visibly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • considerably cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,436 £.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 BMW 8 Series Coupé offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers very slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.

8 Series Coupé

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Coupé is visibly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 459 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries visibly more – 753 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 208 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo shows a few small advantages 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 £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 330 - 455 km
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The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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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
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
3
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Coupé?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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