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Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • somewhat lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • only slightly cheaper
  • considerably more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID. Buzz Bus is only slightly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,474 £.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

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 considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Bus is somewhat lighter – 2,043 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries considerably more – 1,002 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 402 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is decisively 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 Primastar Bus
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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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 Primastar Bus
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 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
1,956 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 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
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

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