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Peugeot e-Traveller vs VW ID.Buzz Cargo
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At a glance
In this comparison, Peugeot e-Traveller counters with the lowest price, while the VW ID.Buzz Cargo leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
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 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Peugeot
5.3
VW
5.2
Too close to call
FamilyVW
Peugeot
4.6
VW
8.6
ChargingVW
Peugeot
3.8
VW
5.8
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,060 (better) | £44,221 |
| Official range | 215 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Boot space | 1700 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 14.3 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Peugeot e-Traveller
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Length
Peugeot e-Traveller4,981mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo4,712mm-269mm
Width
Peugeot e-Traveller1,920mm-65mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,985mm
Height
Peugeot e-Traveller1,890mm-9mm
VW ID.Buzz Cargo1,899mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,981 mm | 4,712 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,920 mm (better) | 1,985 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,204 mm (better) | 2,211 mm |
| Height | 1,890 mm | 1,899 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.4 m (better) | 12.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 480 mm spare (better) | 415 mm spare |
People & luggage
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| Measure | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 9 (better) | 3 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 1700 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 3100 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,000 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Peugeot e-Traveller Combi |  VW ID.Buzz Cargo Commerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.98m | 4.71m-269mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.99m+65mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.20m | 2.21m+7mm |
| Height | 1.89m | 1.90m+9mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.27m | 2.99m-286mm |
| Ground Clearance | 150mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 1700L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 3100L | Not available |
| Seats | 9 (better) | 3 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.4m (better) | 12.6m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,288kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 75kWh (better) | 59kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 215 mi (better) | 202 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 185kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,060 (better) | £44,221 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,560 (-£1,500) | £44,221 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | Van |
| Available | 2022+ | 2022+ |
* Peugeot e-Traveller: Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 215 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles | 168 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 230 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 75 kWh (better) | 59 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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| Measure | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 14.3 sec | Not available |
| Power | 100 kW | 125 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Peugeot e-Traveller
Combi
VW ID.Buzz Cargo
Commerce 59 kWh
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-Traveller Combi
Peugeot e-Traveller Combi
Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
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 | Peugeot e-TravellerCombi | VW ID.Buzz CargoCommerce 59 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.Buzz Cargo worth the extra £7,161 over the Peugeot e-Traveller?
The VW ID.Buzz Cargo costs £7,161 more than the Peugeot e-Traveller. For that premium it adds 85 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Peugeot e-Traveller is not just cheaper - it also offers 6 more seats (9 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-Traveller or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Peugeot e-Traveller is £7,161 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.Buzz Cargo is cheaper to charge, roughly £200 a year versus £248 for the Peugeot e-Traveller, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-Traveller comes out roughly £6,921 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-Traveller and VW ID.Buzz Cargo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the Peugeot e-Traveller and 168 miles for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo - 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-Traveller or the VW ID.Buzz Cargo?
The Peugeot e-Traveller is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 65 mm narrower than the VW ID.Buzz Cargo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-Traveller and about 415 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Buzz Cargo.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Peugeot e-Traveller 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-Traveller 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
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