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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 627 HP), boot space and price (42900 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or Tesla Model Y?

VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • distinct more trunk space

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • distinct cheaper
  • convincingly more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • distinct more electric range
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • noticeable lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Tesla Model Y has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8578 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model Y: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s convincingly more efficient than the VW ID. Buzz Bus with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 6.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y performs distinct better – achieving up to 657 km, about 172 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y has a convincingly edge – offering 627 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 287 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.10 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model Y performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Bus pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 493 Nm. That’s about 186 Nm difference.

ID. Buzz Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Tesla Model Y is noticeable lighter – 1953 kg compared to 2400 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers distinct more room – 1340 L compared to 822 L. That’s a difference of about 518 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus performs barely noticeable better – up to 2205 L, which is about 67 L more than the Tesla Model Y.

When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Bus distinct takes the win – 600 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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from about £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km

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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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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VW ID. Buzz Bus
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
42900 - 64200 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2400 - 2780 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
1121 - 1340 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4712 - 4962 mm
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
1985 mm
Width
1920 - 1921 mm
Height
1924 - 1927 mm
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
2205 L
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
462 - 600 kg
Payload
440 - 472 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
299 - 627 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 250 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
Is the VW ID. Buzz Bus offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.