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Mazda CX-5 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Mazda CX-5 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • considerably more power
  • significantly 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

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,864 £.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 Bus offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 199 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 441 Nm more.

CX-5

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, Mazda CX-5 is clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 771 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 874 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries very slightly more – 601 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 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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Mazda CX-5

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Reviews Mazda CX-5

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25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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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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VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 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
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
157 - 169 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
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,860 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
566 - 601 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
141 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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