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

Compare performance (233 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 42900 £) 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

VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

Transit Custom Bus @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Transit Custom Bus has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41900 £, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £. That’s a price difference of around 984 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Bus: with 19 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Ford Transit Custom Bus with 22.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.40 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs noticeable better – achieving up to 485 km, about 161 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Bus.

ID. Buzz Bus @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 evident edge – offering 340 HP compared to 233 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs slight better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Bus tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls noticeable stronger with 679 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm difference.

Transit Custom Bus @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers clearly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

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

Who wins the race?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID. Buzz Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,900
ID. Buzz Bus @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Custom Bus
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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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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Ford Transit Custom Bus
VW ID. Buzz Bus
Transit Custom Bus @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center
ID. Buzz Bus @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
41900 - 55600 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
52 - 324 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
-
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 233 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 171 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Custom Bus have?

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.