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Peugeot 508 SW vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (45,600 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 508 SW or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Peugeot 508 SW vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Peugeot 508 SW

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  • very slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

508 SW

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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is marginally cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,745 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 433 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

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 Peugeot 508 SW offers very slightly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 SW is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.

508 SW

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, Peugeot 508 SW is noticeably lighter – 1,846 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 554 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 810 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers a bit more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 425 L more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries noticeably more – 600 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus holds a decisive 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 £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
Peugeot 508 SW
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Peugeot 508 SW

The Peugeot 508 SW dresses up as a sleek estate, blending Parisian flair with usable loadspace so you don't have to choose between style and weekend practicality. Inside it's a driver-focused cabin with quality materials and clever packaging that makes it a sensible, slightly mischievous choice for buyers who want an executive feel without the buttoned-up seriousness.

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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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Peugeot 508 SW
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
38 - 45 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
530 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
373 - 454 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
180 - 360 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
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VW
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