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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Transit Custom Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus fits your lifestyle better.

Ford Transit Custom Transporter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

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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 Transporter has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6594 £.

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

As for range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs distinct better – achieving up to 485 km, about 158 km more than the Ford Transit Custom Transporter.

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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 has a slightly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter takes 13.40 s. That’s about 7.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs slight better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Ford Transit Custom Transporter 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 evident stronger with 679 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm difference.

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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 Custom Transporter offers slightly more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Transit Custom Transporter is clearly perceptible lighter – 1893 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 507 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs convincingly better – up to 6800 L, which is about 4595 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter clearly takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 732 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID. Buzz Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Ford Transit Custom Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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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
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Ford Transit Custom Transporter

The Transit Custom is a clever, no-nonsense workhorse that blends roomy practicality with surprisingly car-like driving manners, so your workday feels less like a chore and more like efficient transport. With a sensible interior, smart storage and tidy handling, it’s the kind of van that makes owners smile while they get on with the job — reliable, unfussy and built to keep moving.

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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
36300 - 71100 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
315 - 327 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1893 - 2122 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
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
5800 - 6800 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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 - 286 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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 - 210 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
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Custom Transporter?

The Ford Transit Custom Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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