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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Hyundai Kona?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • noticeably more power
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Hyundai Kona

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly 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 Cargo

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.

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,993 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 55 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo.

Kona

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 Cargo offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm more.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai Kona offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 894 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries visibly more – 753 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 263 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona stands out in the key areas 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.

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Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

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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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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,712 mm
Length
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Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
VW
Brand
Hyundai
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