Compare performance (136 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (18900 £ vs 43600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?
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.
Ford Transit Courier has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18900 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24643 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Courier: with 17.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo with 19.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs evident better – achieving up to 455 km, about 162 km more than the Ford Transit Courier.
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 Cargo has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Cargo pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Transit Courier offers evident more seating capacity – 5 vs 3.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is significantly lighter – 1230 kg compared to 2264 kg. The difference is around 1034 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs evident better – up to 3900 L, which is about 1000 L more than the Ford Transit Courier.
When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Cargo slight takes the win – 753 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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.
The Ford Transit Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.
detailsThe 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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Price
18900 - 31100 £
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Price
43600 - 51400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
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Electric Range
293 km
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
3
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1230 - 1549 kg
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Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4337 - 4344 mm
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Length
4712 mm
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Width
1800 - 1813 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1819 - 1839 mm
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Height
1932 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
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Max trunk capacity
3900 L
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Payload
529 - 710 kg
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 136 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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The Ford Transit Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.