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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (237 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Mercedes Vito Transporter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

Vito Transporter

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.

Mercedes Vito Transporter has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14073 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Bus: with 19 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 21.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 485 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

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 noticeable 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 to a small extent better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter 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.

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 curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly perceptible lighter – 1916 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs significantly better – up to 6600 L, which is about 4395 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Transporter noticeable takes the win – 884 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 284 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes Vito Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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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 Vito Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
28800 - 51600 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4895 - 5390 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1910 - 1945 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Vito Transporter?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.