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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 34,300 £ ) 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

  • markedly more trunk space
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Tesla Model Y is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,578 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is substantially more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 137 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers marginally more torque with 679 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 19 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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is noticeably lighter – 1,976 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 424 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers markedly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 836 L. That’s a difference of about 504 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries markedly more – 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 decisively ahead 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
VW ID. Buzz Bus
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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VW ID. Buzz Bus
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Length
-
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
462 - 600 kg
Payload
435 - 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 - 460 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
-
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
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