Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo vs Mercedes-Benz Vito

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo starts from $66,350 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz Vito opens at $63,000. That makes the Mercedes-Benz Vito the more affordable entry point by $3,350.

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 $69,300 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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.

Both come with modern infotainment systems.

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 Mercedes-Benz Vito lines up making 120kW and 380Nm, paired to a 9-speed automatic driving the rear wheels.

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.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo measures 4,712mm long on a 2,989mm wheelbase, 428mm shorter than the Mercedes-Benz Vito at 5,140mm (3,200mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz Vito generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 3900L in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo and 6000L in the Mercedes-Benz Vito, giving the Mercedes-Benz Vito a 2100L advantage. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo seats 3 vs 2.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz Vito leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 1,300kg 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 / 200,000km (Mercedes-Benz Vito). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 6yr (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo)—.