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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Renault Trafic Transporter?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
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Renault Trafic Transporter

  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly 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.

Renault Trafic Transporter is slightly cheaper – starting at 38,100 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,467 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is a bit more efficient: consuming 19.2 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Renault Trafic Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers visibly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 137 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

Trafic Transporter

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 considerably 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 clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 416 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries markedly more – 1,222 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 469 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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.

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 Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,712 mm
Length
-
Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
VW
Brand
Renault
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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