Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo vs Ford Transit Custom

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo starts from $66,350 before on-road costs, while the Ford Transit Custom opens at $62,990. That makes the Ford Transit Custom the more affordable entry point by $3,360.

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 $72,985 and $69,289 respectively.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Ford Transit Custom, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

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 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo features a 12-inch touchscreen paired with a 5.3-inch digital dash, while the Ford Transit Custom gets a 13-inch display and 12-inch instruments.

The Ford Transit Custom counters with Apple CarPlay that the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo uses a Permanent magnet synchronous motor (single, rear-mounted) producing 210kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

The Ford Transit Custom responds with a Diesel making 125kW and 390Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic driving the front wheels.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 125kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo measures 4,712mm long on a 2,989mm wheelbase, 338mm shorter than the Ford Transit Custom at 5,050mm (3,100mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Ford Transit Custom generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 3900L in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo and 5800L in the Ford Transit Custom, giving the Ford Transit Custom a 1900L advantage. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo seats 3 vs 2.

For towing, the Ford Transit Custom leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 800kg 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 (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Ford Transit Custom). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 6yr (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo)—.