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Peugeot e-Rifter (2021-2024) vs VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Selected trimAllure Premium 50kWh · 2021-24Change trim172 mi · 50 kWh · £32,875
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-Rifter 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 Peugeot e-Rifter (2021-2024) 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 VW ID.Buzz Cargo leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValuePeugeot
Peugeot
5.8
VW
5.2
FamilyVW
Peugeot
5.9
VW
8.6
ChargingVW
Peugeot
3.7
VW
5.8
City DrivingPeugeot
Peugeot
5.4
VW
1.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Commerce 59 kWh
- 30 miles more WLTP range
- 85 kW faster rapid charging
- 250 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,875 (better) | £44,221 |
| Official range | 172 miles | 202 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 775 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Length
Peugeot e-Rifter4,405mm-307mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo4,712mm
Width
Peugeot e-Rifter1,921mm-64mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,985mm
Height
Peugeot e-Rifter1,818mm-81mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,899mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,405 mm | 4,712 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,921 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,107 mm (better) | 2,211 mm |
| Height | 1,818 mm | 1,899 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 12.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 479 mm spare (better) | 415 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 3 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-Rifter Allure Premium 50kWh |  VW ID.Buzz Cargo Commerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.41m | 4.71m+307mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.99m+64mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | 2.21m+104mm |
| Height | 1.82m | 1.90m+81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.99m+204mm |
| Ground Clearance | 167mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 3 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 12.6m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,288kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 59kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 172 mi | 202 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 185kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,875 (better) | £44,221 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | Van |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 2022+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 172 miles | 202 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 144 miles | 168 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 50 kWh | 59 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | Not available |
| Power | 100 kW | 125 kW (better) |
| Torque | 270 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-Rifter Allure Premium 50kWh
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 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 | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh | 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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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz Cargo worth the extra £11,346 over the Peugeot e-Rifter?
The VW ID.Buzz Cargo costs £11,346 more than the Peugeot e-Rifter. For that premium it adds 30 miles more WLTP range and 85 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Peugeot e-Rifter is not just cheaper - it also offers 2 more seats (5 versus 3). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Buzz Cargo comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Peugeot e-Rifter is £11,346 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 Peugeot e-Rifter comes out roughly £11,346 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-Rifter and VW ID.Buzz Cargo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 144 miles for the Peugeot e-Rifter 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 VW ID.Buzz Cargo goes roughly 25 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Peugeot e-Rifter is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 479 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-Rifter and about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. The Peugeot e-Rifter also turns in a 1.8 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-Rifter or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Peugeot e-Rifter 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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