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Volvo XC60 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

Volvo XC60 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

Volvo XC60

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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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

XC60

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID. Buzz Bus is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,422 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 406 km more than the Volvo XC60.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 Volvo XC60 offers moderately more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers barely more torque with 679 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

XC60

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is slightly lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries moderately more – 600 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is far ahead 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
Volvo XC60
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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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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Volvo XC60
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
59 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
-
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
510 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
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