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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?
VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences
ID. Buzz Bus
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,907 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is significantly more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 8.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers marginally more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 41 km more than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter.
Sprinter Transporter
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 229 Nm more.
ID. Buzz Bus
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.
Seats: VW ID. Buzz Bus offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is somewhat lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 348 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers significantly more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 13,295 L more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,041 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter has only a minor advantage 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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
VW ID. Buzz Bus
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
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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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.
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VW ID. Buzz Bus
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
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Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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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
3
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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
2,052 - 3,166 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
5,932 - 7,367 mm
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Width
1,985 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
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Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
114 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Max Speed
90 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
84 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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