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Ford Transit Custom Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Bus or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Ford Transit Custom Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Ford Transit Custom Bus

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • a bit more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Custom Bus

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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is moderately cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,941 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is a bit more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

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 markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers marginally more torque with 679 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

Transit Custom 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 Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is decisively ahead 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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Ford Transit Custom Bus

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.

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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
50,800 - 63,000 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
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
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
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Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 218 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Bus?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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