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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs VW ID.Buzz Cargo
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Mustang Mach-E stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.Buzz Cargo leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.Buzz Cargo if...
- 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 Cargo wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Ford
4.8
VW
5.2
Too close to call
FamilyVW
Ford
6.8
VW
8.6
ChargingVW
Ford
3.9
VW
5.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Select RWD
- 90 miles more WLTP range
- 72 kW more power
- 1.0 m tighter turning circle
- 2 more seats
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Commerce 59 kWh
- £6,619 cheaper
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 1000 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50,840 | £44,221 (better) |
| Official range | 292 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Boot space | 402 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Length
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo4,712mm-1mm
Width
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm-55mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,985mm
Height
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm-275mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,899mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,713 mm | 4,712 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,097 mm (better) | 2,211 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,899 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m (better) | 12.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare (better) | 415 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 3 |
| Rear legroom | 997 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 402 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1420 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 100 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- A 100 L frunk, one of 8 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 100 L or more.
- 2,984 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD |  VW ID.Buzz Cargo Commerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.71m-1mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.99m+55mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.21m+114mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.90m+275mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.98m | 2.99m+5mm |
| Ground Clearance | 116mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 402L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 1420L | Not available |
| Frunk | 100L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 3 |
| Rear Legroom | 997mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m (better) | 12.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,166kg (better) | 2,288kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.6kWh (better) | 59kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 292 mi (better) | 202 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 185kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £50,840 | £44,221 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Van |
| Available | 2024+ | 2022+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 292 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 210 miles (better) | 168 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 179 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 72.6 kWh (better) | 59 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec | Not available |
| Power | 197 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 525 Nm | Not available |
| 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 Mustang Mach-E
Select RWD
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Commerce 59 kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.Buzz Cargo Commerce 59 kWh
Tested 2025
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 Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- £23,3742024Car360View
- £27,7952024Cars2View
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the extra £6,619 over the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E costs £6,619 more than the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. For that premium it adds 90 miles more WLTP range, 72 kW more power and 2 more seats (5 versus 3). The VW ID.Buzz Cargo is not just cheaper - it also offers 35 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Buzz Cargo comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The VW ID.Buzz Cargo is £6,619 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £192 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.Buzz Cargo comes out roughly £6,579 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 Mustang Mach-E and VW ID.Buzz Cargo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 210 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 168 miles for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Mustang Mach-E goes roughly 42 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-32 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 55 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 470 mm of total clearance for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. The Ford Mustang Mach-E also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 84% for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. That gives the Ford Mustang Mach-E a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Ford Mustang Mach-E's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the VW ID.Buzz Cargo's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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