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Jeep Compass vs VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
In this comparison, Jeep Compass leads on value for money and city driving, while the VW ID.Buzz Cargo leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
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 Jeep Compass leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJeep
Jeep
6.6
VW
5.2
FamilyVW
Jeep
7.1
VW
8.6
ChargingVW
Jeep
4.3
VW
5.8
City DrivingJeep
Jeep
4.1
VW
1.9
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,999 (better) | £44,221 |
| Official range | 285 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Boot space | 550 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
Size Comparison
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Jeep Compass
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Length
Jeep Compass4,550mm-162mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo4,712mm
Width
Jeep Compass1,900mm-85mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,985mm
Height
Jeep Compass1,700mm-199mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,899mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,712 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,211 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,899 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 415 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 3 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 550 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,000 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jeep Compass Altitude |  VW ID.Buzz Cargo Commerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.55m | 4.71m+162mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.99m+85mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.21m |
| Height | 1.70m | 1.90m+199mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.80m | 2.99m+189mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 550L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 3 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,115kg (better) | 2,288kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74kWh (better) | 59kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 mi (better) | 202 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 185kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,999 (better) | £44,221 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,499 (-£1,500) | £44,221 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Van |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 285 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles (better) | 168 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 189 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 kWh (better) | 59 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 155 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Jeep Compass
Altitude
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Commerce 59 kWh
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
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
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| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz Cargo worth the extra £7,222 over the Jeep Compass?
The VW ID.Buzz Cargo costs £7,222 more than the Jeep Compass. For that premium it adds 25 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Jeep Compass is not just cheaper - it also offers 83 miles more WLTP range, 30 kW more power and 2 more seats (5 versus 3). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Jeep Compass comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jeep Compass or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Jeep Compass is £7,222 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £200 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jeep Compass comes out roughly £7,182 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jeep Compass and VW ID.Buzz Cargo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jeep Compass or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Jeep Compass is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 85 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass and about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jeep Compass or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Jeep Compass and 84% for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. 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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .