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Vauxhall Movano vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (279 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (41,000 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Movano or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Vauxhall Movano vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Vauxhall Movano

  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • slightly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Movano

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Movano is very slightly cheaper – starting at 41,000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,611 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is markedly more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Movano. That’s a difference of about 7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 31 km more than the Vauxhall Movano.

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 slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers markedly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 229 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: Vauxhall Movano offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Movano is barely lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Movano carries considerably more – 2,020 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,267 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Movano has only a minor advantage 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 £41,000
Movano

Vauxhall Movano

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 km
Vauxhall Movano
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Vauxhall Movano

The Opel Movano is the no-nonsense workhorse that combines practicality with a calm, dependable presence on the road, designed to make hauling and daily chores feel almost effortless. Comfortable enough for long shifts and flexible enough to suit tradespeople, couriers or weekend DIY heroes, it’s built to be useful first and flashy never.

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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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Vauxhall Movano
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,000 - 58,400 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
424 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 233 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,150 - 2,910 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
590 - 2,020 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 279 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
350 - 450 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 205 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
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