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Mercedes Citan Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (21,700 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Mercedes Citan Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Citan Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,114 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 195 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

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 substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Citan Transporter is moderately faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is considerably lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,019 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan Transporter offers visibly more capacity – up to 3,620 L, about 1,415 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries visibly more – 787 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 187 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus 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.

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 Citan Transporter

The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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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
21,700 - 33,300 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 156 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
449 - 787 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
Is the Mercedes Citan Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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