Is the Volkswagen ID. Buzz better than the Hyundai Kona Electric?

It depends on your priorities. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz and Hyundai Kona Electric 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, Volkswagen ID. Buzz or Hyundai Kona Electric?

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 also goes further on a charge (452km vs 370km WLTP).

Which is safer, Volkswagen ID. Buzz or Hyundai Kona Electric?

The Hyundai Kona Electric holds a 4-star ANCAP rating. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz has not been ANCAP-tested yet, so no star rating is published for it.

Which has more boot space, Volkswagen ID. Buzz or Hyundai Kona Electric?

The Hyundai Kona Electric has the bigger boot at 407L, versus 306L for the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Which has a better warranty, Volkswagen ID. Buzz or Hyundai Kona Electric?

Both come with a 5-year warranty (unlimited km).

Which is more powerful, Volkswagen ID. Buzz or Hyundai Kona Electric?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is more powerful at 210kW, versus 99kW for the Hyundai Kona Electric. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is quicker to 100km/h (7.9s vs 9.9s).

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Spec Battle Updated 20 April 2026 5 min read

Volkswagen ID. Buzz vs Hyundai Kona Electric

Two electric cars 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.

Winner

Volkswagen

Volkswagen ID. Buzz

Price TBC

People Mover

Electric

BEV

210kW

—

ANCAP: no data

306L

Hyundai Kona Electric

From $46,000

SUV

Electric

Electric

99kW

—

4★ ANCAP

407L

SpecVolkswagenHyundai

Price (RRP)TBC$46,000

Fuel typeElectricElectric

Range (WLTP)452km370km

Battery86 kWh48.6 kWh

Power210kW99kW

0-100 km/h7.9s9.9s

Max DC Charge—100kW

10-80% Charge Time—47 min

Boot Space306L407L

Towing1,000kg—

Warranty5yr / Unlimited5yr / Unlimited

ANCAP SafetyNo data4 Stars

V2LNoYes (3.6kW)

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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

86kWh usable

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

How long to charge

64.8kWh usable

Public DC

50kW charger · 0–80%

1h 2m

Ultra-rapid DC

up to 100kW · 0–80%

39 min

Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 100kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.

Feature Showdown

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz features a 12.9-inch touchscreen, while the Hyundai Kona Electric gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz stands out with power tailgate and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Hyundai Kona Electric. The Hyundai Kona Electric counters with wireless charging and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Volkswagen ID. Buzz gets sonom cloth upholstery while the Hyundai Kona Electric offers cloth.

Drivetrain

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz uses a BEV producing 210kW and 560Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

The Hyundai Kona Electric responds with a Electric making 99kW and 255Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.9 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 99kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Volkswagen ID. Buzz is 2.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 86kWh (Volkswagen ID. Buzz) vs 48.6kWh (Hyundai Kona Electric), giving WLTP ranges of 452km and 370km.

Space & Comfort

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz measures 4,962mm long on a 3,239mm wheelbase, 612mm longer than the Hyundai Kona Electric at 4,350mm (2,660mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen ID. Buzz generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 306L in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz and 407L in the Hyundai Kona Electric, giving the Hyundai Kona Electric a 101L advantage. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz seats 7 vs 5.

Turning Circle

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

10.6m to 11.8m

TightestHyundai Kona Electric Standard Range 99kWTightest turn at 10.6m, easiest U-turns and carparks

Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range 99kW

10.6mTighter

Best

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro LWB

11.8m

Worst

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro LWB

11.8m · Average

Based on 11.8m turning circle:

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

Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range 99kW

10.6m · Good

Based on 10.6m 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

Tap to add/remove

TightestHyundai Kona ElectricTightest turn at 10.6m, needs the least road to swing around

Volkswagen ID. Buzz11.8 m

Average△ 3-point

Hyundai Kona ElectricTightest10.6 m

Good△ 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 (Volkswagen ID. Buzz) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Kona Electric). Both match on warranty length.

Who Should Buy Which?

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

Buy the Hyundai Kona Electric if: You need more boot space, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.

The Verdict

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz takes 4 of 6 key spec categories. If boot space matters, the Hyundai Kona Electric has a clear edge. 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, Volkswagen ID. Buzz and Hyundai Kona Electric?

The Hyundai Kona Electric is the cheapest at $46,000 before on-road costs.

Which has the longest driving range?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz has the most range at 452km (WLTP).

Which charges fastest?

The Hyundai Kona Electric accepts the highest DC charging at up to 100kW.

What are the ANCAP safety ratings?

Hyundai Kona Electric holds a 4-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Volkswagen ID. Buzz, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.

Which has the most boot space?

The Hyundai Kona Electric has the largest boot at 407L.

Which can tow the most?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,000kg.

Which is the most powerful?

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz makes the most power at 210kW. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is quickest to 100km/h in 7.9s.

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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.

Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026