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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 43600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Mercedes C Class Wagon

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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

C Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes C Class Wagon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1122 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs decisively better – achieving up to 455 km, about 343 km more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.

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 Mercedes C Class Wagon has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs clearly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm difference.

C Class Wagon

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: Mercedes C Class Wagon offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 5 vs 3.

In curb weight, Mercedes C Class Wagon is distinct lighter – 1755 kg compared to 2264 kg. The difference is around 509 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs significantly better – up to 3900 L, which is about 2390 L more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.

When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Cargo clearly perceptible takes the win – 753 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 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.

Mercedes C Class Wagon
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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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
  • Electric Range : 330 - 455 km

Mercedes C Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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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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Mercedes C Class Wagon
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
43600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
11 - 206 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4712 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1932 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
3900 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
Is the Mercedes C Class Wagon offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.