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Subaru Forester vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Subaru Forester vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • substantially more power
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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

Forester

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Forester is markedly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,430 £.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 497 Nm more.

Forester

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Subaru Forester offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Forester is noticeably lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 571 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries clearly more – 753 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 455 km
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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Reviews Subaru Forester

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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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