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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Mercedes VLE?

VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mercedes VLE

  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,859 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes VLE is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes VLE offers markedly more range – reaching up to 707 km, about 222 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 VW ID. Buzz Bus offers a bit more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 276 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mercedes VLE takes 9.5 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 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: Mercedes VLE offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Bus is noticeably lighter – 2,400 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 795 L. That’s a difference of about 545 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes VLE carries slightly more – 711 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

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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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 VLE

The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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VW ID. Buzz Bus
Mercedes VLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
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
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Length
-
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
462 - 600 kg
Payload
497 - 711 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
203 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
Mercedes-Benz
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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