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Vauxhall Frontera vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Vauxhall Frontera vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Vauxhall Frontera

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • considerably more power
  • a bit more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Frontera

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.

Vauxhall Frontera is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,830 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Frontera is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers a bit more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 55 km more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm more.

Frontera

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: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is substantially lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 870 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries markedly more – 753 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Frontera holds a narrow overall lead 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 £20,700
Frontera

Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 308 - 400 km
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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV that balances off-road capability with comfortable everyday driving. It offers straightforward mechanics and a practical cabin, making it a sensible choice for buyers who value durability over flash.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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Pascal
5 Jun 2026, 04:10:37

A thoroughly bad cheap car. Feels like a C3 Aircross for the poor.

That's a reason to change employers! Terrible car.

It already has a nickname, "Klapperchen"

I think any Dacia is better!

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Roch
18 May 2026, 10:12:50

Automatic gearbox and certain features, like the windshield wipers that aren’t optional; the trunk capacity is larger on the 5-seat Frontera.

Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
308 - 400 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 118 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
436 - 570 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Frontera have?

The Vauxhall Frontera is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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