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Skoda Karoq vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Skoda Karoq vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • substantially more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Karoq

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.

Skoda Karoq is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,773 £.

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 substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm more.

Karoq

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is clearly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 1,020 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 819 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries barely more – 600 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 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
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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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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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Skoda Karoq
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
128 - 173 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
521 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
456 - 549 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Karoq have?

The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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