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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 54,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Kia EV9?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Kia EV9: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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Kia EV9

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  • markedly more power
  • a bit more electric range
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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.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is visibly cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,027 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is barely more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Kia EV9. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 108 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo.

EV9

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 Kia EV9 offers markedly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers barely more torque with 740 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 61 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 EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID. Buzz Cargo is very slightly lighter – 2,264 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 128 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries somewhat more – 753 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 holds a decisive overall lead 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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EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 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
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4,712 mm
Length
-
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
542 - 615 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
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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