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Peugeot e-Rifter vs VW ID.Buzz
Selected trimAllureChange trim199 mi · 52 kWh · £32,570
At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-Rifter leads on running costs and city driving, while the VW ID.Buzz leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Peugeot e-Rifter if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the VW ID.Buzz 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 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Peugeot
6.3
VW
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeVW
Peugeot
3.4
VW
5.9
FamilyVW
Peugeot
5.9
VW
9.1
ChargingVW
Peugeot
3.7
VW
7.9
Cost Per MilePeugeot
Peugeot
3.7
VW
2.5
City DrivingPeugeot
Peugeot
5.5
VW
2.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.Buzz
Life 5-seat SWB
- 83 miles more WLTP range
- 85 kW faster rapid charging
- 110 kW more power
- 4.1s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,570 (better) | £60,005 |
| Official range | 199 miles | 282 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 775 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
Peugeot e-Rifter4,405mm-307mm
VW ID.Buzz4,712mm
Width
Peugeot e-Rifter1,921mm-64mm
VW ID.Buzz1,985mm
Height
Peugeot e-Rifter1,818mm-107mm
VW ID.Buzz1,925mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,405 mm | 4,712 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,921 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,107 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,818 mm | 1,925 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11.1 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 | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 775 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-Rifter Allure |  VW ID.Buzz Life 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.41m | 4.71m+307mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.99m+64mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | Not available |
| Height | 1.82m | 1.93m+107mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.99m+204mm |
| Ground Clearance | 167mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 775L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11.1m |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh | 79kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi | 282 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 185kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,570 (better) | £60,005 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,070 (-£1,500) | £60,005 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles | 282 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles | 235 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 79 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 | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.7 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 210 kW (better) |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 560 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Peugeot e-Rifter
Allure
VW ID.Buzz
Life 5-seat SWB
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Peugeot e-Rifter
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Peugeot e-RifterAllure | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £18,790 | £42,297 |
| Average used price | £19,150 | £49,230 |
| Saving vs RRP | £13,420 below new | £10,775 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 63.7% over ~6 months | Down 11.6% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-Rifter Allure
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 Life 5-seat SWB
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-RifterAllure | VW ID.BuzzLife 5-seat SWB |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Peugeot e-Rifter
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Live used listings
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Peugeot e-Rifter
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VW ID.Buzz
- £50,4992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz worth the extra £27,435 over the Peugeot e-Rifter?
The VW ID.Buzz costs £27,435 more than the Peugeot e-Rifter. For that premium it adds 83 miles more WLTP range, 85 kW faster peak rapid charging and 110 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Buzz comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the VW ID.Buzz?
The Peugeot e-Rifter is £27,435 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 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 £27,515 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 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the Peugeot e-Rifter and 235 miles for the VW ID.Buzz - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.Buzz goes roughly 69 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the VW ID.Buzz?
The Peugeot e-Rifter is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz. 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.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Peugeot e-Rifter or the VW ID.Buzz?
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. 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 .