Comparison
Tesla Model Y vs Volkswagen ID.Buzz
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model Y 320 mi vs 234 mi
Best value Tesla Model Y $59,900 vs $59,995
Faster charging Tesla Model Y 33 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 9.1 vs 0.9
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model Y
320 mi vs 234 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $256/mi
Charging winner
Tie
33 min each
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 408 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model Y | Volkswagen ID.Buzz |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | ID. Buzz |
| MSRP (USD) | $59,900 | $59,995 |
| Range | 320 mi | 234 mi |
| Efficiency | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh | 408 Wh/mi • 2.45 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 79 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | Van |
| DC max | 331 kW | 200 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 33 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 74.6 | 58.2 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 89 mi | 67 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 187 $/mi | 256 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 30 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 234 mi).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $256/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (9.1 vs 0.9).
Tesla Model Y9.1 Volkswagen ID.Buzz0.9 331 kW33 min 200 kW33 min
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