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BYD Dolphin vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

BYD Dolphin vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

BYD Dolphin is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,164 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Dolphin is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers moderately more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 58 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

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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 VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 369 Nm more.

Dolphin

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Dolphin is significantly lighter – 1,658 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 742 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 995 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 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.

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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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BYD Dolphin

The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.

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Reviews BYD Dolphin

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Mark Kennedy
12 Apr 2026, 17:25:08

Absolute gem of a car, wonderfully smooth and powerful, along with being loaded with tech. By far the best car I've had. Would highly recommend

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John Maskell
3 Jan 2026, 07:26:24

Loving the dolphin

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

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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VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 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
1,658 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
410 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the BYD Dolphin?

The BYD Dolphin is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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