Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Performance vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) for as low as €36900, while the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) begins at €41000.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is a SUV, whereas the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) is a Minivan.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2025 | 2022-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Minivan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €59990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36900 | €41000 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 514 km | 423 km |
| Range (GCC) | 450 km | 362 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78.1 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6 km/kWh | 4.7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 5.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) maxes out at 170 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 6.6 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 393 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 527 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 10.2 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 145 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025).
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4751 mm | 4712 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2211 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1921 mm | 1985 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2989 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025), but the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro (2022-2024).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2072 kg | 2471 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 1121 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2041 l | 2205 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 8.1 |