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

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?

Ford Transit Courier

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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

Transit Courier

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.

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.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 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.

Transit Courier

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: 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Ford Transit Courier
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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from about £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.2 - 20.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 330 - 455 km

Ford Transit Courier

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.

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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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Ford Transit Courier
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
18900 - 31100 £
Price
43600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
Electric Range
293 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 158 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
3
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1230 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4337 - 4344 mm
Length
4712 mm
Width
1800 - 1813 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1819 - 1839 mm
Height
1932 mm
Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
Max trunk capacity
3900 L
Payload
529 - 710 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 136 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 100 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Courier?

The Ford Transit Courier is available as 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.