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Kia EV6 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (609 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (38600 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Kia EV6

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

EV6

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.

Kia EV6 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4293 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV6: with 15.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Kia EV6 performs slightly better – achieving up to 582 km, about 97 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV6 has a clearly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 269 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.10 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls to a small extent stronger with 770 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm difference.

EV6

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia EV6 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more room – 1340 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 850 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs significantly better – up to 2205 L, which is about 915 L more than the Kia EV6.

When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Bus noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV6 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV6 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,600
EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 20.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 428 - 582 km
Kia EV6
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Kia EV6

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The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade 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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Kia EV6
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
38600 - 60000 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4695 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1880 - 1890 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1545 - 1550 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
440 - 450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Kia EV6?

The Kia EV6 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.