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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 24,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Kia Ceed Sportswagon?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • substantially more power
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,230 £.

Ceed Sportswagon

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 VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 426 Nm more.

ID. Buzz Cargo

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.

Seats: Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is considerably lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 929 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries markedly more – 753 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 £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
VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Kia Ceed Sportswagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 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
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co2
0 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,712 mm
Length
-
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
463 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
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