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Kia EV9 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (54,200 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Kia EV9 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • visibly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is noticeably cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,307 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is very slightly more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 78 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 EV9 offers visibly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers marginally more torque with 740 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm more.

EV9

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: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV9 is very slightly lighter – 2,392 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 1,007 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries very slightly more – 615 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 comes out clearly 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 £54,200
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km
Kia EV9
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without 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 EV9
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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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
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,980 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
542 - 615 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
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