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Renault Express vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Renault Express vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Renault Express

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • substantially more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Express

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.

Renault Express is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,439 £.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Express is barely faster – reaching 167 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 439 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: VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers more seats – 3 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is clearly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 968 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers moderately more capacity – up to 3,900 L, about 600 L more than the Renault Express.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries only slightly more – 753 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo stands well ahead of its rival 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 £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 455 km
Renault Express
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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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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Renault Express
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,393 mm
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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