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Hyundai Santa Fe vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

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  • somewhat lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • a bit cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is a bit cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,164 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers considerably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 401 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

Santa Fe

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: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 344 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries somewhat more – 753 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo is far ahead 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
Hyundai Santa Fe
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.

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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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Hyundai Santa Fe
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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