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VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (43,600 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID. Buzz Cargo or ZEEKR 001?

VW ID. Buzz Cargo vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • somewhat cheaper
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ZEEKR 001

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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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.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo is somewhat cheaper – starting at 43,600 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,856 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the ZEEKR 001 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 165 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Cargo.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers noticeably more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers barely more torque with 686 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 7 Nm more.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: ZEEKR 001 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, ZEEKR 001 is marginally lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries visibly more – 753 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 233 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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.

from £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
VW ID. Buzz Cargo
ZEEKR 001

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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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 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
Estate
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4,712 mm
Length
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Width
1,985 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 753 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
ZEEKR
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