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Subaru Outback vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Subaru Outback vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Subaru Outback

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Outback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Outback is very slightly cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,835 £.

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 considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 171 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 427 Nm more.

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, Subaru Outback is significantly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 757 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 779 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries marginally more – 600 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 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
Subaru Outback
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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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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Subaru Outback
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
193 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
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
169 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
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