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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Ford Transit Custom Bus comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 50,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Ford Transit Custom Bus?

VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Ford Transit Custom Bus: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
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Ford Transit Custom Bus

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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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is slightly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Ford Transit Custom Bus costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,941 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 22.3 kWh/100km for the Ford Transit Custom Bus. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

Transit Custom 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 VW ID. Buzz Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers very slightly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Ford Transit Custom Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly superior 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
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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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Ford Transit Custom Bus

The Ford Transit Custom Bus is a workhorse with a surprisingly comfy streak, offering a roomy, practical cabin that keeps passengers happy on long runs. It steers with more finesse than you’d expect from a people-mover and, whether you’re running a shuttle or converting it for weekend adventures, it’s a dependable, no-nonsense choice that makes life easier for drivers and operators alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Price
50,800 - 63,000 £
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
22.3 - 26.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Length
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Width
1,985 mm
Width
2,032 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
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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
136 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
100 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
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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