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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

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.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is very slightly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,530 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 474 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

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 Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

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, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 705 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 885 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is narrowly 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
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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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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VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C-Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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