Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX vs Mercedes EQV 300 Extra Long
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX (2024-…) has a starting price of €74928, compared to the Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...), which starts at €62897.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Minivan.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX | Mercedes EQV 300 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Spain |
| Body Style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €74928 | €62897 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €51699 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 5.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX | Mercedes EQV 300 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 475 km | 361 km |
| Range (GCC) | 403 km | 307 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 91 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km | 29.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.69 km/kWh | 3.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...) maxes out at 110 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX | Mercedes EQV 300 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 110 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 6.4 |
Performance
The Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...) is front-wheel drive, while the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX (2024-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX | Mercedes EQV 300 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 | 365 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 s | 12.2 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 2.6 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...) stretches out longer, while the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX (2024-…) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.
The Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX | Mercedes EQV 300 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4962 mm | 5370 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2211 mm | 2249 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1985 mm | 1928 mm |
| Height | 1924 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3239 mm | 3430 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (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 Long GTX (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.Buzz Long GTX | Mercedes EQV 300 Extra Long |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 6, 7 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2780 kg | 2788 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 1340 l | 1410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2469 l | 5010 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.7 | 8.8 |