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GWM WEY 05 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM WEY 05 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

GWM WEY 05 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

GWM WEY 05

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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

WEY 05

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 slightly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the GWM WEY 05 costs 51,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,487 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 327 km more than the GWM WEY 05.

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 GWM WEY 05 offers markedly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM WEY 05 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM WEY 05 delivers slightly more torque with 847 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 168 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Bus is marginally lighter – 2,400 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 840 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

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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The Wey 05 punches above its weight with striking coupe-SUV styling and an interior that feels far posher than its price tag suggests. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech and cabin comfort without the prestige tax, it’s a tempting proposition — just be ready for plenty of curious glances on the road.

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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
51,300 - 54,800 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
158 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
12 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,410 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
355 - 385 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
847 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
350 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
GWM
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the GWM WEY 05?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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