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Toyota Proace Transporter vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (31600 £ vs 42900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Transporter or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

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

Toyota Proace Transporter

  • noticeable cheaper
  • convincingly lighter

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • decisively more power
  • distinct more efficient
  • distinct more electric range
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Proace Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Proace Transporter has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Bus: with 19 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the Toyota Proace Transporter with 23.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs distinct better – achieving up to 485 km, about 136 km more than the Toyota Proace Transporter.

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 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 190 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 Transporter takes 12.10 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Toyota Proace Transporter offers a bit more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is convincingly lighter – 1656 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 744 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace Transporter performs clearly better – up to 6600 L, which is about 4395 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Transporter decisively takes the win – 1323 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 723 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Toyota Proace Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

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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
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 km

Toyota Proace Transporter

The Toyota Proace Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.

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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 Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
31600 - 51000 £
Price
42900 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
221 - 349 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1656 - 2100 kg
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Length
4980 - 5330 mm
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1895 - 1935 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6600 L
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Payload
955 - 1323 kg
Payload
462 - 600 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
120 - 150 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
260 - 370 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
88 - 110 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
Is the Toyota Proace Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.