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Renault Captur vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Captur or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Renault Captur vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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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

Captur

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Captur is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,470 £.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm more.

Captur

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Captur is considerably lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,077 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 918 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly superior overall 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
Renault Captur
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.

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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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Renault Captur
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 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
100 - 137 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
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,797 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
447 - 453 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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