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SsangYong Torres vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

SsangYong Torres vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • markedly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • 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

Torres

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Torres is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,007 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Torres is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 23 km more than the SsangYong Torres.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Torres is somewhat faster – reaching 194 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

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, SsangYong Torres is significantly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 902 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 703 L. That’s a difference of about 637 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 543 L more than the SsangYong Torres.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries only slightly more – 600 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus 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.

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
SsangYong Torres
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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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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SsangYong Torres
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
552 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
VW
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