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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • considerably more power
  • slightly 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:

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,068 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 346 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

E-Class Estate

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes E-Class Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class Estate is slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries a bit more – 753 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo comes out clearly ahead 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
Mercedes E-Class Estate

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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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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,712 mm
Length
-
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
VW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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