Tesla Model Y vs Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo

The Tesla Model Y starts from $65,900 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo opens at $66,350. That makes the Tesla Model Y the more affordable entry point by $450.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $72,490 and $72,985 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

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

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

The Tesla Model Y features a 16-inch touchscreen, while the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo gets a 12-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments.

The Tesla Model Y stands out with Apple CarPlay, panoramic roof, power tailgate and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Tesla Model Y gets vegan leather upholstery while the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo offers cloth.

The Tesla Model Y uses a Electric Motor producing 255kW and 340Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.9 seconds.

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 Tesla Model Y has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 210kW. In the real-world sprint, the Tesla Model Y is 2.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 60kWh (Tesla Model Y) vs 79kWh (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo). DC fast charging peaks at 175kW (Tesla Model Y) vs 185kW (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo).

The Tesla Model Y measures 4,792mm long on a 2,890mm wheelbase, 80mm longer than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo at 4,712mm (2,989mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 854L in the Tesla Model Y and 3900L in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo, giving the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo a 3046L advantage. The Tesla Model Y seats 5 vs 3.

For towing, the Tesla Model Y leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

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

Warranty: 5 years (Tesla Model Y) vs 5 years (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —6yr (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo).