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Mercedes EQT vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Mercedes EQT vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • considerably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQT is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,081 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is marginally more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 207 km more than the Mercedes EQT.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 218 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 EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is a bit faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 434 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQT is clearly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 789 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers a bit more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 226 L more than the Mercedes EQT.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly superior overall 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 EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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VW ID. Buzz Bus

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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Mercedes EQT
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
457 - 531 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
245 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQT have?

The Mercedes EQT is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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