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Fiat 500 vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Fiat 500 vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,430 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 6.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 124 km more than the Fiat 500.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 459 Nm more.

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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: Fiat 500 offers more seats – 4 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 1,134 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries substantially more – 753 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 428 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 stands out in the key areas 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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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 190 - 331 km
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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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