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Citroën ë-Berlingo vs VW ID.Buzz LWB
Selected trimCollection MChange trim211 mi · 52 kWh · £32,490
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-Berlingo leads on value for money, running costs and city driving, while the VW ID.Buzz LWB leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-Berlingo if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the VW ID.Buzz LWB if...
- 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 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
6.6
VW
5.9
Motorway RangeVW
Citroën
1.9
VW
5.8
FamilyVW
Citroën
5.9
VW
9.4
ChargingVW
Citroën
2.2
VW
8.5
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
5.2
VW
1.8
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
6.4
VW
1.4
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
- 84 miles more WLTP range
- 100 kW faster rapid charging
- 150 kW more power
- 3.8s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more seat
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,490 (better) | £67,945 |
| Official range | 211 miles | 295 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 775 L | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 6.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-Berlingo
VW ID.Buzz LWB
Length
Citroën ë-Berlingo4,403mm-559mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB4,962mm
Width
Citroën ë-Berlingo1,848mm-137mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB1,985mm
Height
Citroën ë-Berlingo1,844mm-83mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB1,927mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,403 mm | 4,962 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,848 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,211 mm |
| Height | 1,844 mm | 1,927 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 552 mm spare (better) | 415 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 6 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,800 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-Berlingo
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 |  Citroën ë-Berlingo Collection M |  VW ID.Buzz LWB GTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.40m | 4.96m+559mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.99m+137mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.21m |
| Height | 1.84m | 1.93m+83mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 3.24m+454mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 6 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,736kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,800kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh | 86kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 211 mi | 295 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,490 (better) | £67,945 |
| Price after EV grant | £30,990 (-£1,500) | £67,945 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 211 miles | 295 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 145 miles | 246 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.7 kWh | 86 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec | 6.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Torque | 270 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
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.
Citroën ë-Berlingo
Collection M
VW ID.Buzz LWB
GTX 6-seat
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,232 | £46,633 |
| Average used price | £18,570 | £51,845 |
| Saving vs RRP | £13,920 below new | £16,100 below new |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-Berlingo Collection M
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
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
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-BerlingoCollection M | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-Berlingo
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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz LWB worth the extra £35,455 over the Citroën ë-Berlingo?
The VW ID.Buzz LWB costs £35,455 more than the Citroën ë-Berlingo. For that premium it adds 84 miles more WLTP range, 100 kW faster peak rapid charging and 150 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Buzz LWB comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
The Citroën ë-Berlingo is £35,455 cheaper to buy. The Citroën ë-Berlingo is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £200 for the VW ID.Buzz LWB, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-Berlingo comes out roughly £35,615 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-Berlingo and VW ID.Buzz LWB like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 145 miles for the Citroën ë-Berlingo 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 101 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-Berlingo or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
The Citroën ë-Berlingo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 137 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz LWB. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 552 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz LWB. The Citroën ë-Berlingo 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 Citroën ë-Berlingo or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-Berlingo and 84% for the VW ID.Buzz LWB. That gives the Citroën ë-Berlingo a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-Berlingo's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the VW ID.Buzz LWB's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .