Comparison
Tesla Model 3 vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model 3 363 mi vs 234 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $42,490 vs $59,995
Faster charging Volkswagen ID.Buzz 36 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 7.9 vs 2.1
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model 3
363 mi vs 234 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $256/mi
Charging winner
Volkswagen ID.Buzz
33 min vs 36 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 408 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Volkswagen ID.Buzz
92 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | Volkswagen ID.Buzz |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | ID. Buzz |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,490 | $59,995 |
| Range | 363 mi | 234 mi |
| Efficiency | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh | 408 Wh/mi • 2.45 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 82 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Van |
| DC max | 208 kW | 200 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 36 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 79.7 | 58.2 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 97 mi | 67 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 117 $/mi | 256 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 21 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,205 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if you want the longer rated range (363 mi vs 234 mi).
- Choose Volkswagen ID.Buzz if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 36 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model 3 looks better ($117/mi vs $256/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (7.9 vs 2.1).
Tesla Model 37.9 Volkswagen ID.Buzz2.1 208 kW36 min 200 kW33 min
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