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Kia Sportage vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Kia Sportage vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Kia Sportage

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,721 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 419 km more than the Kia Sportage.

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 somewhat more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

Sportage

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 Sportage is considerably lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 848 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 753 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries marginally more – 600 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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 Sportage
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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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 Sportage
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
67 - 177 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,865 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
533 - 580 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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