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Peugeot e-5008 vs VW ID.Buzz LWB
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-5008 leads on 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 Peugeot e-5008 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p 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.
Value
Peugeot
5.6
VW
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeVW
Peugeot
5.3
VW
5.8
FamilyVW
Peugeot
5.3
VW
9.4
ChargingVW
Peugeot
4.8
VW
8.5
Cost Per MilePeugeot
Peugeot
6.3
VW
1.8
City DrivingPeugeot
Peugeot
3.3
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
- 40 kW faster rapid charging
- 93 kW more power
- 3.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 800 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-5008Allure | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,665 (better) | £67,945 |
| Official range | 309 miles (better) | 295 miles |
| Boot space | 348 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 9.7 sec | 6.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-5008
VW ID.Buzz LWB
Length
Peugeot e-50084,791mm-171mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB4,962mm
Width
Peugeot e-50081,895mm-90mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB1,985mm
Height
Peugeot e-50081,694mm-233mm
VW ID.Buzz LWB1,927mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-5008Allure | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,791 mm | 4,962 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,895 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm (better) | 2,211 mm |
| Height | 1,694 mm | 1,927 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m (better) | 11.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 505 mm spare (better) | 415 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-5008Allure | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 (better) | 6 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 348 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 916 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,000 kg | 1,800 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Peugeot e-5008
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 |  Peugeot e-5008 Allure |  VW ID.Buzz LWB GTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.79m | 4.96m+171mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.99m+90mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.21m+103mm |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.93m+233mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 3.24m+338mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 348L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 916L | Not available |
| Seats | 7 (better) | 6 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m (better) | 11.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,383kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 1,000kg | 1,800kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 73kWh | 86kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 309 mi (better) | 295 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,665 (better) | £67,945 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-5008Allure | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 309 miles (better) | 295 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 257 miles (better) | 246 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 73 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 | Peugeot e-5008Allure | VW ID.Buzz LWBGTX 6-seat |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.7 sec | 6.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Torque | 343 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.
Peugeot e-5008
Allure
VW ID.Buzz LWB
GTX 6-seat
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 - Peugeot e-5008 Allure
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
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 | Peugeot e-5008Allure | 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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Peugeot e-5008
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VW ID.Buzz LWB
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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz LWB worth the extra £27,280 over the Peugeot e-5008?
The VW ID.Buzz LWB costs £27,280 more than the Peugeot e-5008. For that premium it adds 40 kW faster peak rapid charging, 93 kW more power and a 3.6s quicker 0-62mph time. The Peugeot e-5008 is not just cheaper - it also offers 1 more seat (7 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 Peugeot e-5008 or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
The Peugeot e-5008 is £27,280 cheaper to buy. The Peugeot e-5008 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 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 Peugeot e-5008 comes out roughly £27,480 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Peugeot e-5008 and VW ID.Buzz LWB like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 257 miles for the Peugeot e-5008 and 246 miles for the VW ID.Buzz LWB - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-5008 or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
The Peugeot e-5008 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 90 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz LWB. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 505 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-5008 and about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz LWB. The Peugeot e-5008 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Peugeot e-5008 or the VW ID.Buzz LWB?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Peugeot e-5008 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .