Compare performance (340 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Maxus Deliver 3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Maxus Deliver 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,206 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is barely more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 20.2 kWh/100km for the Maxus Deliver 3. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 216 km more than the Maxus Deliver 3.
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 considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 160 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Maxus Deliver 3 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 225 Nm. That’s about 454 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW ID. Buzz Bus offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Maxus Deliver 3 is clearly lighter – 1,690 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 710 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Maxus Deliver 3 carries markedly more – 970 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 370 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Maxus Deliver 3 arrives as a sensible, modern workhorse that swaps diesel grime for electric smoothness, offering a roomy cargo bay and a tidy, driver-friendly cabin that makes daily runs feel less like a chore. For small businesses and urban couriers it’s a pragmatic, cost-conscious choice that’s easy to live with — and yes, it even makes parking and tight city turns feel almost enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
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Price
33,600 £
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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
20.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Electric Range
269 km
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
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Curb weight
1,690 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
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Length
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Width
1,985 mm
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Width
1,780 mm
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Payload
970 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
160 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
225 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
118 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
2023
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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
Maxus
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