Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX vs Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long
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General Info
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €73101. The Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €45990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Minivan.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX | Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Spain |
| Body Style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €73101 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €45990 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX | Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 423 km | 236 km |
| Range (GCC) | 360 km | 199 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km | 30.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.56 km/kWh | 3.32 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 1.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 185 kW, while the Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) maxes out at 80 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX | Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 185 kW | 80 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 5.7 |
Performance
The Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) is front-wheel drive, while the Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX | Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 679 Nm | 362 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 12 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) stretches out longer, while the Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.
The Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX | Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4712 mm | 5370 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2211 mm | 2244 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1985 mm | 1928 mm |
| Height | 1927 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2989 mm | 3430 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX | Mercedes EQV 250 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 6 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2652 kg | 2606 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 1121 l | 1410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2123 l | 5010 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.1 | 8.8 |
