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Kia Sorento vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Kia Sorento vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly more electric range
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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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is very slightly cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,741 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 400 km more than the Kia Sorento.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers a bit more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 239 Nm more.

Sorento

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.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is noticeably lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 409 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries marginally more – 753 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo stands well ahead of its rival 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
Kia Sorento
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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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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Kia Sorento
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
87 - 174 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 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
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