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Toyota Mirai vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (182 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (58,700 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Mirai or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Toyota Mirai vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Toyota Mirai

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  • visibly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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

Mirai

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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is visibly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,850 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Mirai offers visibly more range – reaching up to 650 km, about 165 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

ID. Buzz Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 182 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Toyota Mirai takes 9.2 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 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, Toyota Mirai is markedly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 1,040 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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
Toyota Mirai
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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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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Toyota Mirai
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
650 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,885 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
485 - 515 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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