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Ford E-Tourneo Custom vs VW ID.Buzz
Selected trimTitaniumChange trim202 mi · 71 kWh · £46,050
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford E-Tourneo Custom counters with the lowest price, while the VW ID.Buzz leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.Buzz if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.Buzz wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVW
Ford
4.8
VW
6.1
Motorway RangeVW
Ford
1.6
VW
5.9
FamilyVW
Ford
7.7
VW
9.1
ChargingVW
Ford
5.1
VW
7.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.Buzz
Life 5-seat SWB
- 80 miles more WLTP range
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 kW more power
- 4.4s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £46,050 (better) | £60,005 |
| Official range | 202 miles | 282 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 1760 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 12 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
VW ID.Buzz
Length
Ford E-Tourneo Custom5,050mm
VW ID.Buzz4,712mm-338mm
Width
Ford E-Tourneo Custom2,032mm
VW ID.Buzz1,985mm-47mm
Height
Ford E-Tourneo Custom1,960mm
VW ID.Buzz1,925mm-35mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,050 mm | 4,712 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,032 mm | 1,985 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,216 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,960 mm | 1,925 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 368 mm spare | 415 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 9 (better) | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 1760 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg (better) | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford E-Tourneo Custom Titanium |  VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.05m | 4.71m-338mm |
| Width | 2.03m | 1.99m-47mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.22m | Not available |
| Height | 1.96m | 1.93m-35mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.10m | 2.99m-111mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 1760L | Not available |
| Seats | 9 (better) | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,399kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 71kWh | 79kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 202 mi | 282 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 185kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £46,050 (better) | £60,005 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 202 miles | 282 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 168 miles | 235 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 71 kWh | 79 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 210 kW (better) |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 560 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ford E-Tourneo Custom
Titanium
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
VW ID.Buzz
Life 5-seat SWB
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford E-Tourneo Custom Titanium
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant75%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist53%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
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VW ID.Buzz
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
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VW ID.Buzz
- £50,4992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz worth the extra £13,955 over the Ford E-Tourneo Custom?
The VW ID.Buzz costs £13,955 more than the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. For that premium it adds 80 miles more WLTP range, 35 kW faster peak rapid charging and 50 kW more power. The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is not just cheaper - it also offers 4 more seats (9 versus 5). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Buzz comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the VW ID.Buzz?
The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is £13,955 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.Buzz is cheaper to charge, roughly £192 a year versus £240 for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford E-Tourneo Custom comes out roughly £13,715 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and VW ID.Buzz like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 168 miles for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and 235 miles for the VW ID.Buzz - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.Buzz goes roughly 66 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the VW ID.Buzz?
The VW ID.Buzz is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 47 mm narrower than the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz and about 368 mm of total clearance for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the VW ID.Buzz?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and 84% for the VW ID.Buzz. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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