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Mercedes S-Class vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

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

Mercedes S-Class

  • substantially more power
  • only slightly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S-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 significantly cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,455 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 337 km more than the Mercedes S-Class.

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 S-Class offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 295 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.

S-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 S-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes S-Class is only slightly lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries moderately more – 753 kg compared to 660 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £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
Mercedes S-Class
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Mercedes S-Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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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 S-Class
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
420 - 660 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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