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Fiat Panda vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (70 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Fiat Panda vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Panda

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Panda is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,721 £.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 Bus offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 270 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Fiat Panda is marginally faster – reaching 164 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 587 Nm more.

Panda

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW ID. Buzz Bus offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is significantly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,345 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 1,115 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 1,335 L more than the Fiat Panda.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus 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.

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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Fiat Panda

The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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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
14,100 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
113 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
3,635 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,643 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,551 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
365 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Fiat Panda?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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