Compare performance (237 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 42900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or VW ID. Buzz Bus?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes Vito Bus has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6525 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Bus: with 19 kWh per 100 km, it’s significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 26.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 7.70 kWh.
As for range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs noticeable better – achieving up to 485 km, about 115 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus has a evident edge – offering 340 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs a bit better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers evident more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is to a small extent lighter – 2023 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 377 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers minimal more room – 1390 L compared to 1340 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs significantly better – up to 4990 L, which is about 2785 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus convincingly takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 477 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes Vito Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Price
42900 - 64200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
4712 - 4962 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1985 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1924 - 1927 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Max trunk capacity
2205 L
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes Vito Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.