Compare performance (237 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or VW ID. Buzz Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Vito Bus is moderately cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,525 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 7.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers visibly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 115 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.
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 VW ID. Buzz Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is moderately faster – 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: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers visibly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.
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 more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is moderately lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 377 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers only slightly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 1,340 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,990 L, about 2,785 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries clearly more – 1,077 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 477 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus has only a minor advantage 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.
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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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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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
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,985 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
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Payload
726 - 1,077 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
1,950 - 1,999 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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