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Mercedes G-Class vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

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

Mercedes G-Class

  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more electric range
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,026 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is substantially more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 8.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 24 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G-Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 485 Nm more.

G-Class

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 G-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Cargo is very slightly lighter – 2,264 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries very slightly more – 753 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo shows a few small advantages 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 G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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