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Ford Transit Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Ford Transit Bus

VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID. Buzz Bus has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42900 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7645 £.

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.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.

Transit Bus

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: Ford Transit Bus offers convincingly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Transit Bus is minimal lighter – 2338 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers decisively more room – 1340 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1340 L.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Bus clearly takes the win – 1162 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 562 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly superior 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.

Ford Transit Bus
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km

Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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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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Ford Transit Bus
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Bus have?

Available configurations include 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.