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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Skoda Epiq comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or Skoda Epiq?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs Skoda Epiq: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • markedly more power
  • marginally more electric range
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Skoda Epiq

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Epiq is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,364 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Epiq is significantly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 5.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers marginally more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 15 km more than the Skoda Epiq.

Epiq

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 markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 211 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 389 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: Skoda Epiq offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Epiq is visibly lighter – 1,625 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 639 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries visibly more – 753 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Epiq comes out modestly 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 £22,200
Epiq

Skoda Epiq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 211 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 440 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
22,200 - 30,500 £
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
13.7 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
1,625 - 1,642 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
475 L
Length
4,712 mm
Length
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Width
1,985 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
438 - 455 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
267 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Skoda
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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