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VW ID. Buzz Bus vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (42,900 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Bus or VinFast VF 8?

VW ID. Buzz Bus vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • somewhat more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • only slightly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VinFast VF 8 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,293 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Bus is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 14 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

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 VinFast VF 8 offers slightly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers barely more torque with 679 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 59 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Bus is only slightly lighter – 2,400 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 964 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers markedly more capacity – up to 2,205 L, about 832 L more than the VinFast VF 8.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
462 - 600 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
VinFast
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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