Compare performance (239 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 43600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sportage has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13402 £.
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 VW ID. Buzz Cargo has a distinct edge – offering 340 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 203 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Cargo pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 359 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia Sportage offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 5 vs 3.
In curb weight, Kia Sportage is clearly lighter – 1552 kg compared to 2264 kg. The difference is around 712 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs significantly better – up to 3900 L, which is about 2124 L more than the Kia Sportage.
When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Cargo clearly perceptible takes the win – 753 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 173 kg.
Overall, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
detailsThe 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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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
43600 - 51400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4712 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1932 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
3900 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 239 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.