Ford E-Transit vs Volkswagen ID. Buzz
Buy the Volkswagen ID. Buzz for the stronger all-round Decoder Score (55/100). Choose the Ford E-Transit if price is your priority.
43 Ford E-Transit EPA + mfr data | 55 Volkswagen ID. Buzz EPA + mfr data | |
|---|---|---|
| Decoder Score | 43 | 55 |
| Starting price | $54,475 | $59,995 |
| Used from | — | — |
| EPA range | 148 mi | 234 mi |
| Real-world range | — | — |
| Battery | 89 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Efficiency | 1.7 mi/kWh | 2.4 mi/kWh |
| DC fast charge | 176 kW | 200 kW |
| Level 2 charge | 11.3 kW | 11 kW |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Cargo | 357.1 cu ft | 145.5 cu ft |
| 0–60 mph | — | 7.4s |
| Horsepower | 266 hp | 282 hp |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Towing | — | 2,600 lb |
| Battery warranty | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Tax credit | No | No |
| Owner rating | — | — |
| Best for | Budget, Commuter | Family, Adventure |
Price
The Ford E-Transit starts lower at $54,475, versus $59,995 for the other. On the used market both have come down — check current listings before deciding.
Range
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz leads on EPA range at 234 mi. In the real world both land around 82% of that in mixed driving — run your conditions through the range calculator.
Charging
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz peaks higher at 200 kW, which shortens road-trip stops. Also check plug type: NACS access to the Supercharger network can matter more than a few kW.
Interior & practicality
The Ford E-Transit offers more cargo room (357.1 cu ft). Consider seating layout and rear space too, not just the headline number.
Performance
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is quicker to 60 mph (7.4s). Both feel brisk in everyday driving thanks to instant electric torque.
Family use
With 7 seats, the Volkswagen ID. Buzz suits larger families better. Factor in car-seat access and cargo behind the third row if fitted.
Road trip use
Road trips reward range plus fast charging. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz scores higher on our road-trip metric.
Used buyer notes
Both depreciate; that's the used buyer's opportunity. Check battery health, any open recalls, and that the charging port matches the network you'll use. See the used EV buying guide for a full checklist.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz, for most people.
Run the numbers for your own driving with the calculators, then compare more EVs in the same class.