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Nissan Ariya vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Nissan Ariya vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

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  • markedly more power
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ariya

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,284 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is noticeably more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 38 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

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 Nissan Ariya offers markedly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers moderately more torque with 679 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 79 Nm more.

Ariya

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: Nissan Ariya offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Cargo is marginally lighter – 2,264 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries clearly more – 753 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 390 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £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
Nissan Ariya
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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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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Nissan Ariya
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,800 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
363 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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