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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Lotus Eletre comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Lotus Eletre?
VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,850 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 85 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.
Eletre
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 Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 578 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is markedly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers markedly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 306 Nm more.
ID. Buzz Bus
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,400 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 688 L. That’s a difference of about 652 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 673 L more than the Lotus Eletre.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries a bit more – 600 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lotus Eletre stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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Lotus Eletre
VW ID. Buzz Bus
Lotus Eletre
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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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Lotus Eletre
The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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VW ID. Buzz Bus
Lotus Eletre
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,985 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Lotus
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