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CUPRA Tavascan vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

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

CUPRA Tavascan vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • 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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Tavascan is marginally cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 84 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Tavascan is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers a bit more range – reaching up to 557 km, about 72 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 340 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers somewhat more torque with 679 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.

Tavascan

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Tavascan is slightly lighter – 2,096 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 304 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 800 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus has the upper hand 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.

from £42,900
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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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
441 - 557 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
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,861 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
507 - 518 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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