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Renault Trafic Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

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

Renault Trafic Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Trafic Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Trafic Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,654 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Renault Trafic Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 167 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Trafic Transporter is marginally faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

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 Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is markedly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 552 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 8,900 L, about 6,695 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries considerably more – 1,222 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 622 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus leads convincingly 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 Trafic Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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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 Trafic Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 43,500 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 206 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
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,967 - 2,509 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 8,900 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
848 - 1,222 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
110 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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