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Subaru Solterra vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (343 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Subaru Solterra vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • considerably 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

Solterra

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.

Subaru Solterra is only slightly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,435 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Solterra is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 26 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

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 Subaru Solterra offers marginally more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm more.

Solterra

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 Solterra is slightly lighter – 2,117 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 283 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 888 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 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
Subaru Solterra
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Dimensions and Body

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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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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 Solterra
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 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
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
431 - 468 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
343 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
437 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
252 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
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