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Mercedes E-Class vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Mercedes E-Class vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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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

E-Class

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.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is moderately cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,926 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 339 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

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 E-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers only slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.

E-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes E-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries slightly more – 753 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo leads convincingly 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 £43,600
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/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 455 km
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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
530 - 640 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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class have?

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

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