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Hyundai i30 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Hyundai i30 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i30

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,298 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 429 Nm more.

i30

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, Hyundai i30 is clearly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 945 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus stands well ahead of its rival 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
Hyundai i30
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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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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Hyundai i30
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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