Comparison
Volkswagen ID.Buzz vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Volvo EX3 234 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $59,995 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 33 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Volvo EX3 1.5 vs 8.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Volvo EX3
261 mi vs 234 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $256/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 408 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Volkswagen ID.Buzz
92 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Volkswagen ID.Buzz | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | ID. Buzz | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $59,995 | $38,950 |
| Range | 234 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 408 Wh/mi • 2.45 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 86 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Van | SUV |
| DC max | 200 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 33 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 58.2 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 67 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 256 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 11 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,205 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Volvo EX3 if you want the longer rated range (261 mi vs 234 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $256/mi).
Weighted verdict
Volvo EX3 has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
Volkswagen ID.Buzz1.5 Volvo EX38.5 200 kW33 min 153 kW26 min
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