Compare performance (659 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (71600 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or VW ID. Buzz Bus?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
VW ID. Buzz Bus has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42900 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28716 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the BMW iX performs distinct better – achieving up to 701 km, about 216 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.
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 BMW iX has a clearly edge – offering 659 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 319 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.10 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW iX performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls noticeable stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 336 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Bus is hardly perceptible lighter – 2400 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers decisively more room – 1340 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 840 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs evident better – up to 2205 L, which is about 455 L more than the BMW iX.
When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Bus barely noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The BMW iX proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW iX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.
detailsThe 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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Price
71600 - 107100 £
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Price
42900 - 64200 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Battery Capacity
96 - 109.6 kWh
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
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Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
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Length
4965 mm
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Length
4712 - 4962 mm
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Width
1970 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1688 - 1695 mm
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Height
1924 - 1927 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1750 L
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Max trunk capacity
2205 L
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Payload
505 - 575 kg
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
408 - 659 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.