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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Hongqi HS5?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • markedly more power
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Hongqi HS5

  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ID. Buzz Cargo

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.

Hongqi HS5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,569 £.

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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 VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Hongqi HS5 is noticeably faster – reaching 204 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 339 Nm more.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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: Hongqi HS5 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi HS5 is markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 459 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries substantially more – 753 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 303 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 455 km
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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.

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Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,712 mm
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Hongqi
Is the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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