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Honda Civic vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Honda Civic vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • clearly more power
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Civic

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.

Honda Civic is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,079 £.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 364 Nm more.

Civic

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: Honda Civic offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 747 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries considerably more – 753 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 356 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 455 km
Honda Civic
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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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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Honda Civic
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
VW
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