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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Ford Explorer EV?

VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • clearly more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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

ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,655 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers moderately more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 117 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

Explorer EV

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 340 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 679 Nm.

ID. Buzz Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is clearly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 868 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries marginally more – 600 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV comes out clearly ahead 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 - 602 km
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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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Reviews VW ID. Buzz Bus

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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Reviews Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Rene
26 May 2026, 14:29:47

problemfri, feels like a real car

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Olle Westberg
22 Feb 2026, 20:59:34

600 km real-world range in summer; handles me — I'm just over 190 cm and 100 kg.

Better looking than the ID.4 and often available at a really good price.

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D.W.
29 Oct 2025, 18:09:06

I have owned and worked on Ford products for years and I am now driving an 07 Explorer 4.0 liter. 1 transmission and multiple soft parts and switches >300.000.
Klm. and still looks and runs great.
I am a Ford fan and will continue to be one, however the Rxplorer is looking dated. Come on you guys time for a Ford Home run. How about a totally resigned Ford Explorer. Hey how bout a diesel or a hybrid

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Length
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Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the VW ID. Buzz Bus have?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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