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Jeep Compass vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Jeep Compass vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Jeep Compass

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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jeep Compass is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,655 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Jeep Compass is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers barely more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 15 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

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 visibly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 334 Nm more.

Compass

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, Jeep Compass is considerably lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 733 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 790 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries noticeably more – 600 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 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
Jeep Compass
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Jeep Compass
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW
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