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Renault Master Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36000 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Renault Master Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Renault Master Transporter

  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more power
  • to a small extent more efficient
  • minimal more electric range

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

Master Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Master Transporter has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6860 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Bus: with 19 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Renault Master Transporter with 22.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.70 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs minimal better – achieving up to 485 km, about 37 km more than the Renault Master Transporter.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 Bus has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Master Transporter performs minimal 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 clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Renault Master Transporter offers somewhat more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Renault Master Transporter is somewhat lighter – 2128 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Transporter performs significantly better – up to 13000 L, which is about 10795 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Renault Master Transporter clearly takes the win – 1859 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 1259 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Master Transporter has the upper hand 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 Master Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Master Transporter

Renault Master Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 7.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.7 - 22.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 445 - 448 km

Renault Master Transporter

The Renault Master is a pragmatic workhorse that swallows cargo with an unbothered grin, offering clever practicality and load-friendly packaging for tradespeople and fleet buyers. It won’t excite like a sports car, but it steers predictably, runs economically and gets the job done day after day — like a reliable colleague who never calls in sick.

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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 Master Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
36000 - 55400 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.7 - 22.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
445 - 448 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 203 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2128 - 2461 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
5685 - 6315 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
2080 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
2498 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
10800 - 13000 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
1078 - 1859 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 170 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
90 - 176 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
77 - 125 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Master Transporter have?

The Renault Master Transporter 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.