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Lexus LM vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Lexus LM vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Lexus LM

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LM

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,150 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

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: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Cargo is marginally lighter – 2,264 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries clearly more – 753 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 218 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
Lexus LM
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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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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Lexus LM
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
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
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
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