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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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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

CLA Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is barely cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,928 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 6.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 337 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 CLA Coupe offers only slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers visibly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 569 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries visibly more – 753 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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 £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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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 CLA Coupe
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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