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Ford Transit Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (67,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

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

Ford Transit Transporter

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Transit Transporter

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 67,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,454 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers moderately more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 83 km more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 430 Nm. That’s about 249 Nm more.

Transit Transporter

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 Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly superior overall 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
Ford Transit Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Ford Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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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 Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,300 - 73,000 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
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 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
341 - 402 km
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
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
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
2,059 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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 269 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
430 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 198 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
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