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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Price
43600 - 51400 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4712 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Height
1932 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
3900 L
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes C Class Wagon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.