Is the LDV eDeliver 5 better than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

It depends on your priorities. The LDV eDeliver 5 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo each lead in different areas, compare price, running costs, boot space, safety and warranty in the full spec breakdown below.

Which is cheaper to run, LDV eDeliver 5 or Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

Both are electric, so both cost far less to run than a petrol rival, roughly $600–900 a year in home electricity versus $1,800+ for a comparable petrol SUV. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo also goes further on a charge (431km vs 301km WLTP).

Which is safer, LDV eDeliver 5 or Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

Neither the LDV eDeliver 5 nor the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo has a published ANCAP rating yet. Compare their standard active-safety features (AEB, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring) in the spec table above.

Which has more boot space, LDV eDeliver 5 or Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo offers 3900L of boot space; the figure for the LDV eDeliver 5 is being confirmed.

Which has a better warranty, LDV eDeliver 5 or Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

Both come with a 5-year warranty (160,000km).

Which is more powerful, LDV eDeliver 5 or Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo is more powerful at 210kW, versus 120kW for the LDV eDeliver 5.

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Spec Battle Updated 20 April 2026 5 min read

LDV eDeliver 5 vs Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo

Two electric Vans go head to head. Which EV is the better buy for Australian drivers in 2026?

Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.

LDV

LDV eDeliver 5

Price TBC

Van

Electric

Electric Motor

120kW

—

ANCAP: no data

—

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo

From $66,350

Body

Van

Fuel type

Electric

Engine

Permanent magnet synchronous motor (single, rear-mounted)

210kW

—

ANCAP: no data

3900L

Specifications in progress

LDV eDeliver 5: not on sale yet, so LDV hasn't published price, 0-100km/h, transmission and energy consumption.

A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.

SpecLDVVolkswagen

Price (RRP)TBC$66,350

Fuel typeElectricElectric

Range (WLTP)301km414km

Battery64 kWh79 kWh

Power120kW210kW

0-100 km/h—7.9s

Max DC Charge70kW185kW

Boot Space—3900L

Towing1,500kg1,200kg

Warranty5yr / 160k km5yr / Unlimited

ANCAP SafetyNo dataNo data

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Price Breakdown

Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.

Safety Rundown

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

Charging Times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

How long to charge

64kWh usable

Public DC

50kW charger · 0–80%

1h 1m

Ultra-rapid DC

up to 70kW · 0–80%

55 min

Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 70kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.

How long to charge

79kWh usable

Public DC

50kW charger · 0–80%

1h 16m

Ultra-rapid DC

up to 185kW · 0–80%

26 min

Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (7.4kW AC, 185kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.

Feature Showdown

Both come with modern infotainment systems.

The LDV eDeliver 5 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Drivetrain

The LDV eDeliver 5 runs a pure electric powertrain producing 120kW and 240Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a FWD layout.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo responds with a Permanent magnet synchronous motor (single, rear-mounted) making 210kW and 550Nm, paired to its gearbox driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 120kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 64kWh (LDV eDeliver 5) vs 79kWh (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo), giving WLTP ranges of 301km and 414km. DC fast charging peaks at 70kW (LDV eDeliver 5) vs 185kW (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo).

Space & Comfort

The LDV eDeliver 5 measures 5,250mm long on a 3,450mm wheelbase, 538mm longer than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo at 4,712mm (2,989mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV eDeliver 5 generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the LDV eDeliver 5 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Turning Circle

Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.

11.1m to 12.8m

TightestVolkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo SWBTightest turn at 11.1m, easiest U-turns and carparks

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo SWB

11.1mTighter

Best

LDV eDeliver 5 LWB High Roof

12.8m

Worst

LDV eDeliver 5 LWB High Roof

12.8m · Large

Based on 12.8m turning circle:

U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
Standard parking bay
Tight carparks
Narrow laneways

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo SWB

11.1m · Average

Based on 11.1m turning circle:

U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
Standard parking bay
Tight carparks
Narrow laneways

Turning circle ratings

Under 10m, Excellent

10 to 11m, Good

11 to 12m, Average

Over 12m, Large

Compare U-turns side by side

Turning Circle · U-turn compare

kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars

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TightestVolkswagen ID. Buzz CargoTightest turn at 11.1m, needs the least road to swing around

LDV eDeliver 512.8 m

Large△ 3-point

Volkswagen ID. Buzz CargoTightest11.1 m

Average△ 3-point

Scrub the turn

Road width 7.0 m

0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep

Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.

Under 10 m · Excellent 10–11 m · Good 11–12 m · Average Over 12 m · Large

Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.

True Cost to Own

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 160,000km (LDV eDeliver 5) vs 5 years (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —6yr (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo).

Who Should Buy Which?

Buy the LDV eDeliver 5 if: You need stronger towing, or prefer LDV's approach to design and ownership experience.

Buy the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Volkswagen's approach to design and ownership experience.

The Verdict

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo takes 4 of 5 key spec categories. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.

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Common questions

Which is cheapest, LDV eDeliver 5 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo is the cheapest at $66,350 before on-road costs.

Which has the longest driving range?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo has the most range at 431km (WLTP).

Which charges fastest?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo accepts the highest DC charging at up to 185kW.

What are the ANCAP safety ratings?

None of LDV eDeliver 5 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo carry a published ANCAP rating yet — check back as they are tested.

Which can tow the most?

The LDV eDeliver 5 has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,500kg.

Which is the most powerful?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo makes the most power at 210kW.

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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.

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