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Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (22400 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo Compact Van or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Renault Kangoo Compact Van vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • slight more efficient
  • significantly lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more power
  • convincingly more electric range
  • decisively quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20415 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault Kangoo Compact Van: with 18.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs convincingly better – achieving up to 485 km, about 195 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

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 has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.60 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van performs slight better – reaching 176 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.

Kangoo Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is significantly lighter – 1493 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 907 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van performs significantly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 2695 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Renault Kangoo Compact Van clearly perceptible takes the win – 901 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 301 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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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from about £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
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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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 Kangoo Compact Van
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
22400 - 37000 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1493 - 1910 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4486 - 4910 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1854 - 1864 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4900 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
498 - 901 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.