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Renault Scénic vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Scénic or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Renault Scénic vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

Scénic

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 Scénic is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,227 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Scénic is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 113 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Scénic is very slightly faster – reaching 170 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm more.

Scénic

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 Scénic is visibly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 578 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 795 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 535 L more than the Renault Scénic.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus 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 £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 Scénic
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Renault Scénic

The Renault Scenic is a practical and comfortable family car that prioritises interior flexibility and everyday usability. With a composed ride and clever storage solutions, it suits buyers who want a versatile, easy-to-live-with vehicle for family duties and daily driving.

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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 Scénic
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,470 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
514 - 518 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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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