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Ford Transit Custom Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (286 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 43600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Custom Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?
Transit Custom Transporter
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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7303 £.
ID. Buzz Cargo
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo has a to a small extent edge – offering 340 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 Cargo pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm difference.
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Transit Custom Transporter
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 clearly more seating capacity – 6 vs 3.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Custom Transporter is a bit lighter – 1893 kg compared to 2264 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Custom Transporter performs significantly better – up to 6800 L, which is about 2900 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Custom Transporter convincingly takes the win – 1332 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 579 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Transit Custom Transporter proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Custom Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £36,300
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
Ford Transit Custom Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Cargo
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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 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 Custom Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 71100 £
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Price
43600 - 51400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 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
3 - 6
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Seats
3
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1893 - 2122 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
5050 - 5450 mm
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Length
4712 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1958 - 1959 mm
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Height
1932 mm
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Max trunk capacity
5800 - 6800 L
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Max trunk capacity
3900 L
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Payload
802 - 1332 kg
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.4 - 16.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
110 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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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.
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.