Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro S 2025 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC EV

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thumb image Volkswagen ID.Buzz Pro S 2025 US$ 60,000
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thumb image Mercedes-Benz GLC EV US$ 65,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Volkswagen Mercedes-Benz
Model ID.Buzz Pro S 2025 GLC EV (GLC with EQ Technology)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Compact Luxury SUV
Trims Pro, Pro S, and GTX GLC 300+ (RWD), GLC 400 4Matic (AWD) (plus possible additional options/packages)
Release Date December 2025 Unveiled Sept 2025; market launch expected late 2026 → early 2027 (staggered by region)
Status Coming Soon Unreleased/Pre-production → Production scheduled (late 2026+ depending on market)
Made In Hanover, Germany Germany (Bremen) — plus regional production in China and planned lines depending on market
Body Type Minivan 5-door compact luxury crossover SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles Manufacturer standard warranty
Colors Standard Colors: Candy White, Makena Turquoise Metallic, Lime Yellow Metallic, Starlight Blue Metallic _ Premium Colors (GTX/Pro S): Deep Black Pearl, Moonstone Gray Metallic Multiple factory colors and special finishes (standard Mercedes palette + optional special paints)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Electric Motor Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor(s)
Horsepower 282 hp hp (estimate from available specs)
Torque 310 lb-ft 504 Nm (reported/estimated)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds 4.4 s (0–60 mph ≈ 4.4 s reported)
Top Speed 99 mph (160 km/h) 210 km/h (manufacturer / press reports)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) 650–713 km WLTP (multiple sources
Battery Capacity 91 kWh (gross) / 82 kWh (usable) NMC lithium-ion cell chemistry
Power Consumption 2.8 - 3.2 mi/kWh (315 Wh/mi) 94–94.5 kWh (nominal pack quoted in press
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles Manufacturer battery warranty typical for Mercedes
Home Charging Speed 7.5 - 8 hours (0-100%) AC Level 2 up to typical onboard capability
Supercharging Speed 10-80% in 30 min 320–330 kW (800V
DC Fast Charging Speed 170 kW 320 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25-30 miles/hour Varies by charger
Charging Time 7.5-8 hours Manufacturer/press cite very fast numbers — example: ~10 min
Charging Connector Type U.S.: J1772 (standard for Level 2) and CCS1 (Combined Charging System) 8–12 hours typical if ~11 kW)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V, 12A, 1.4 kW), Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW), and (Public Only, 50-350 kW) Wallbox (recommended)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW Likely ~11 kW (estimate / common for this class)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 192.4 in (4,888 mm) (~4.7–4.9 m depending on spec)
Width 78.1 in (1,985 mm) width (~1.9 m)
Height 76.6 in (1,946 mm) Compact SUV height (with aerodynamic roofline)
Wheelbase 117.6 in (2,988 mm) Extended vs current ICE GLC
Ground Clearance 6.3 in (160 mm) Adjustable (air suspension / Airmatic)
Cargo Space (Max, 2nd Row Folded) 74.1 cu ft 20.1 cu ft (rear) up to ~61.4 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,900 lbs (2,225 kg) likely in the 2,100–2,500 kg range
No. of Doors 5 Doors (standard) 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater (4 side + liftgate) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Stylish Alloy Wheel Alloy wheels
Wheel Size 19" (standard), 20" (optional) Common options 19″–22″ depending on trim/package
Front Tire 235/50 R19 Spec depends on wheel choice
Rear Tire 235/50 R19 Spec depends on wheel choice

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed reduction per motor (EV)
Turning Radius 39.4 ft (12.0 m) Improved maneuverability vs ICE GLC due to wheelbase & steering tech (exact number TBA in official spec)
Gear Box Fixed-Ratio Reduction Gear Single reduction gear per motor
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Airmatic air suspension (adaptive)
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-link with air suspension / adaptive setup

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Travel Assist (Lane Keep + Adaptive Cruise) No Tesla-style
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input USB-C only (no 3.5mm jack) Media & connectivity via USB
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Sky panorama
Apple Car Play Wireless Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (region dependent)
Android Auto Wireless Available
Touchscreen 12.9 inches Optional 39.1″ Hyperscreen (MBUX Hyperscreen)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual-phone pairing) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 8-Speaker 10 speakers typical

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Brake-by-wire regenerative
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes Solid discs Ventilated discs
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 7 Airbags (Dual front, side, curtain + driver knee) Yes
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors 12 sensors (360° coverage) Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 360° surround camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Not a primary feature
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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