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Citroen Ami vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Ami or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Citroen Ami vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Citroen Ami

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly 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

Ami

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen Ami is clearly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,007 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 410 km more than the Citroen Ami.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 639 Nm more.

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: VW ID. Buzz Bus offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Ami is considerably lighter – 470 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,930 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 1,277 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 370 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Ami 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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Ami

Citroen Ami

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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Citroen Ami

The Citroën Ami is a cheeky, ultra-compact city runabout that turns parking into a non-event and makes traffic feel almost friendly. It won't thrill you with speed or luxury, but as an economical, fuss-free way to nip around town and save on congestion, it's a clever little solution for urban life—with personality to spare.

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excellent
9 Oct 2025, 07:16:52

The machine's power is breathtaking.

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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
6,800 - 8,200 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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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/100km
Electric Range
75 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
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
470 - 483 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,390 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
217 - 230 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
8 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
40 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
Is the Citroen Ami offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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