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Citroen C5 Aircross vs VW ID. Buzz Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Citroen C5 Aircross

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

C5 Aircross

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 C5 Aircross has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13721 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C5 Aircross: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs minimal better – achieving up to 520 km, about 35 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

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 noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

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

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1629 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 771 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more room – 1340 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 775 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2205 L, which is about 537 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Bus clearly perceptible takes the win – 600 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is far ahead overall 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 C5 Aircross
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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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
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km

Citroen C5 Aircross

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The Citroën C5 Aircross feels like a sofa on wheels, delivering a calm, floaty ride and clever packaging that makes life with luggage and kids noticeably easier. Quirky French styling and a supremely practical, family-focused cabin mean it quietly wins hearts by prioritising comfort over showroom bravado.

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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 C5 Aircross
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?

The Citroen C5 Aircross 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.