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Kia Niro vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Kia Niro vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Niro

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Niro is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,430 £.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Niro offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is clearly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 790 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries clearly more – 753 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £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
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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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