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Renault R5 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (540 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Renault R5 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Renault R5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

R5

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 R5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,941 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 80 km more than the Renault R5.

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 Renault R5 offers visibly more power – delivering 540 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault R5 is significantly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers clearly more torque with 4,800 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 4,121 Nm more.

R5

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, Renault R5 is clearly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 953 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 1,014 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 1,099 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 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.

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R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
Renault R5
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Renault R5

The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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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 R5
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 137,100 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
3,922 - 4,080 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,744 - 2,030 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,380 - 1,498 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
225 - 4,800 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,027
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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