The Volkswagen ID Buzz Pure was officially introduced in March 2022. At its core, it features a 59 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 330 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Rear-wheel drive 125 kW (170 hp), enabling an acceleration of 10.7 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 145 km/h (90 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 53000 USD.
In comparison, the Citroen e-C5 Aircross Electric 210 was officially introduced in 2025. At its core, it features a 73.7 kWh usable, 79.9 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 320 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 157 kW (213 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8.9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 40000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | March 2022 | 2025 |
| Release date | September 2024 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-wheel drive 125 kW (170 hp) | Front-wheel drive 157 kW (213 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) | 343 Nm (253 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 10.7 sec 0-100 km/h | 8.9 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 145 km/h (90 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 59 kWh usable | 73.7 kWh usable, 79.9 kWh total |
| Battery type | Li-ion | - |
| Driving range | 330 km | 320 km |
| Consumption | 20.3 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 6 h 30 min | Type 2 7.4 kW 20-80% in 6h 45m --- Type 2 11 kW 20-80% in 4h 30m |
| Charging station | CCS 165 kW, 10-80% in 24 min | CCS 160 kW max, 20-80% in 30 min |
| Additional | Plug & Charge, Bidirectional charging (Vehicle-to-Home) | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door Van, 5/6 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4712 x 1985 x 1937 mm (185.5 x 78.1 x 76.3 in) | 4652 x 1936 x 1691 mm (183.1 x 76.2 x 66.6 in) |
| Weight | 2400 kg unladen, 3000 kg gross | 2109 kg unladen, 2630 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R18, R19, R20, R21 | R18, R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 1121 l, 2205 l max | 565 l, 1668 l max |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10" or 12" touchscreen | 13" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10" | 10" |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated front and rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, electrochromic tinting | Panoramic opening sunroof |
| Parking aids | 10 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | Height-adjustable trunk floor | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system | Front, side, rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Front radar, 2 rear corner radars, front & rear cameras. Front Assist Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring, Lane Assist, Dynamic Road Sign Display, Side Assist, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist, Park Assist, Light Assist, Area View | 12 sensors, front/rear camera and radar. Lane Positioning Assist, Driver Attention Alert, Lane Departure detection, Forward Collision Warning, Advanced Active Safety Brake with cyclist detection, Post Collision Safety Brake, Extended Traffic Sign Recognition, High Beam Assist, Active Blind Spot Detection, Semi-automatic Lane Change Assistance, Long-Distance Blind Spot Detection |
| Crash tests | - | 4 stars |
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Misc
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| Price | 53000 USD | 40000 USD |