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Ford E-Tourneo Custom vs VW ID.Buzz LWB
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 LWB leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.Buzz LWB 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 LWB wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueVW
Ford
4.8
VW
5.9
Motorway RangeVW
Ford
1.6
VW
5.8
FamilyVW
Ford
7.7
VW
9.4
ChargingVW
Ford
5.1
VW
8.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.Buzz LWB
GTX 6-seat
- 93 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 90 kW more power
- 5.9s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £46,050 (better) | £67,945 |
| Official range | 202 miles | 295 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 1760 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 12 sec | 6.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford E-Tourneo Custom
VW ID.Buzz LWB
Length
Ford E-Tourneo Custom5,050mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB4,962mm-88mm
Width
Ford E-Tourneo Custom2,032mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB1,985mm-47mm
Height
Ford E-Tourneo Custom1,960mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB1,927mm-33mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,050 mm | 4,962 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,032 mm | 1,985 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,216 mm | 2,211 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,960 mm | 1,927 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.8 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.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 9 (better) | 6 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 1760 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg (better) | 1,800 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford E-Tourneo Custom
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
VW ID.Buzz LWB
- 295 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of MPVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 200 kW, faster than 85% of MPVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford E-Tourneo Custom Titanium |  VW ID.Buzz LWB GTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.05m | 4.96m-88mm |
| Width | 2.03m | 1.99m-47mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.22m | 2.21m-5mm |
| Height | 1.96m | 1.93m-33mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.10m | 3.24m+139mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 1760L | Not available |
| Seats | 9 (better) | 6 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,399kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg (better) | 1,800kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 71kWh | 86kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 202 mi | 295 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £46,050 (better) | £67,945 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2024+ |
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.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 202 miles | 295 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 168 miles | 246 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 71 kWh | 86 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.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12 sec | 6.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Torque | 415 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Prices & deals
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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 LWB GTX 6-seat
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | Ford E-Tourneo CustomTitanium | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz LWB worth the extra £21,895 over the Ford E-Tourneo Custom?
The VW ID.Buzz LWB costs £21,895 more than the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. For that premium it adds 93 miles more WLTP range, 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 90 kW more power. The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is not just cheaper - it also offers 3 more seats (9 versus 6). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Buzz LWB comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is £21,895 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.Buzz LWB is cheaper to charge, roughly £200 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 £21,695 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 LWB like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 168 miles for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom and 246 miles for the VW ID.Buzz LWB - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.Buzz LWB goes roughly 78 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
The VW ID.Buzz LWB 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 LWB and about 368 mm of total clearance for the Ford E-Tourneo Custom. The Ford E-Tourneo Custom also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford E-Tourneo Custom or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
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 LWB. 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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