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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Nissan Interstar?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • significantly more power
  • barely more electric range
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Nissan Interstar

  • noticeably cheaper
  • a bit 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.

Nissan Interstar is noticeably cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,405 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers barely more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 45 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 3 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is a bit lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries considerably more – 1,447 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 694 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
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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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The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 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
410 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,712 mm
Length
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Width
1,985 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
VW
Brand
Nissan
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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