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Kia EV3 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Kia EV3 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Kia EV3

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • clearly lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • noticeably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,007 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 120 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Kia EV3 is only slightly faster – reaching 170 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 396 Nm more.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is clearly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 880 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 954 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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
Kia EV3
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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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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Kia EV3
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
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