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Nissan Qashqai vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Nissan Qashqai vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Qashqai is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,250 £.

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 visibly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.

Qashqai

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 980 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 836 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 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 Qashqai
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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 Qashqai
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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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
98 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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