Comparison
Tesla Model S vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 410 mi vs 234 mi
Best value Volkswagen ID.Buzz $86,630 vs $59,995
Faster charging Tesla Model S 31 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 8.5 vs 1.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 234 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model S
$211/mi vs $256/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 408 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model S | Volkswagen ID.Buzz |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Model S | ID. Buzz |
| MSRP (USD) | $86,630 | $59,995 |
| Range | 410 mi | 234 mi |
| Efficiency | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh | 408 Wh/mi • 2.45 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 96 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Van |
| DC max | 250 kW | 200 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 31 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 88.7 | 58.2 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 120 mi | 67 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 211 $/mi | 256 $/mi |
| Top speed | 155 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 25 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 234 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model S looks better ($211/mi vs $256/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
Tesla Model S8.5 Volkswagen ID.Buzz1.5 250 kW31 min 200 kW33 min
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