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Nissan Interstar vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Nissan Interstar vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • moderately cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • considerably more power
  • slightly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Interstar is moderately cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,900 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers slightly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 75 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

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 Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is moderately lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 347 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 847 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus comes out modestly ahead 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 £42,900
ID. Buzz Bus

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km
Nissan Interstar
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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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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Nissan Interstar
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 54,600 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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