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Toyota Proace Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (31600 £ vs 43600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Bus or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Toyota Proace Bus

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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

ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Proace Bus has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Cargo: with 19.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 24.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 455 km, about 112 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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 Cargo has a convincingly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace Bus performs minimal better – reaching 170 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Cargo pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm difference.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 3.

In curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is noticeable lighter – 1835 kg compared to 2264 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Bus convincingly takes the win – 1265 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 512 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo shows itself to be edges out slightly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 330 - 455 km
Toyota Proace Bus
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Toyota Proace Bus

The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

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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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Toyota Proace Bus
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
31600 - 57100 £
Price
43600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 9
Seats
3
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1835 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4983 - 5333 mm
Length
4712 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1890 mm
Height
1932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3900 L
Payload
825 - 1265 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2184 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Proace Bus have?

The Toyota Proace Bus is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.