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Toyota Proace Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Bus or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Toyota Proace Bus vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Toyota Proace Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Proace Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Proace Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is clearly more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 24.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Bus. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers visibly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 112 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.

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 clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

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

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is markedly lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries considerably more – 1,265 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 512 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo has only a minor advantage 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
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
31,600 - 57,100 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
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
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 9
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
-
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
825 - 1,265 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
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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
13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
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
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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