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Mercedes GLB vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50,600 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Mercedes GLB vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

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  • barely more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • somewhat cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

GLB

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 Bus is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 50,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,757 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers markedly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 146 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

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 Mercedes GLB offers barely more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

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

GLB

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 GLB is marginally lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 800 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries moderately more – 600 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly ahead 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
Mercedes GLB
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.

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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 GLB
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,600 - 62,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
614 - 631 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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