Compare performance (398 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW ID. Buzz Bus has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42900 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8402 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs decisively better – achieving up to 485 km, about 397 km more than the BMW X3.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 has a a bit edge – offering 398 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.10 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 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: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls barely noticeable stronger with 679 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 9 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, BMW X3 is evident lighter – 1930 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers decisively more room – 1340 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 770 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs evident better – up to 2205 L, which is about 505 L more than the BMW X3.
When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Bus hardly perceptible takes the win – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
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.
The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
42900 - 64200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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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
1930 - 2140 kg
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Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4712 - 4962 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1924 - 1927 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
2205 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic 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
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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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 X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.