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Toyota Proace City Compact Van vs VW ID. Buzz Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (21200 £ vs 42900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace City Compact Van or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Toyota Proace City Compact Van

VW ID. Buzz Bus

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

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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.

Toyota Proace City Compact Van has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21200 £, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £. That’s a price difference of around 21675 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Toyota Proace City Compact Van: with 18.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs distinct better – achieving up to 485 km, about 148 km more than the Toyota Proace City Compact Van.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Toyota Proace City Compact Van takes 11.10 s. That’s about 5 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van performs to a small extent better – reaching 186 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Toyota Proace City Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1358 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 1042 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 4300 L, which is about 2095 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace City Compact Van noticeable takes the win – 921 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 321 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID. Buzz Bus 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 £42,900
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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
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km
Toyota Proace City Compact Van
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

The Toyota Proace City Compact Van is a city-savvy workhorse that packs surprising practicality and smart packaging into a friendly, easy-to-drive package. It’s the kind of van that gets the job done without fuss — reliable, economical and just sensible enough to make fleet managers smile.

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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 Proace City Compact Van
VW ID. Buzz Bus
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Costs and Consumption

Price
21200 - 37700 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
337 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 150 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1358 - 1837 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4401 - 4751 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1860 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4300 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
560 - 921 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
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
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
Is the Toyota Proace City Compact Van offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.