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Lexus RX vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Lexus RX vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • very slightly more power
  • slightly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,445 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 418 km more than the Lexus RX.

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 Lexus RX offers very slightly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers a bit more torque with 679 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RX is slightly lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 879 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries very slightly more – 620 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is far ahead overall 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
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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Angelo Ponte
16 May 2026, 14:16:35

Tried as a replacement car. The driving pleasure and comfort are unmatched by Alfa.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VW
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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