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Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (22100 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Citroen Berlingo Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • convincingly cheaper
  • minimal more efficient
  • convincingly lighter
  • noticeable more trunk space

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • decisively more power
  • noticeable more electric range

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

Berlingo Transporter

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.

Citroen Berlingo Transporter has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20721 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen Berlingo Transporter: with 17.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs noticeable better – achieving up to 485 km, about 131 km more than the Citroen Berlingo Transporter.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

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 VW ID. Buzz Bus has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter performs a bit better – reaching 183 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Citroen Berlingo Transporter is convincingly lighter – 1329 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 1071 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offers noticeable more room – 1800 L compared to 1340 L. That’s a difference of about 460 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen Berlingo Transporter performs significantly better – up to 4000 L, which is about 1795 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Berlingo Transporter evident takes the win – 991 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 391 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter leads convincingly 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.

Citroen Berlingo Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Berlingo Transporter

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 354 km

Citroen Berlingo Transporter

The Citroën Berlingo is a no-nonsense work van that pairs cavernous practicality with a surprisingly comfy, car-like driving experience. It won’t pretend to be sporty, but it will swallow your cargo, simplify your day, and keep ownership headaches to a minimum with sensible packaging and clever storage.

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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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Citroen Berlingo Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
22100 - 33800 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 - 61 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1329 - 1813 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
1800 L
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4401 - 4751 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1796 - 1812 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4000 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
611 - 991 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
Is the Citroen Berlingo Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen Berlingo Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.