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Aixam Ambition vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (12,500 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Ambition or Toyota Proace Bus?

Aixam Ambition vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

Aixam Ambition

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ambition

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Aixam Ambition is significantly cheaper – starting at 12,500 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,059 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers significantly more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 213 km more than the Aixam Ambition.

Proace Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Proace Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Bus delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Ambition is significantly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 1,410 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries substantially more – 1,265 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,015 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Bus stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,600
Proace Bus

Toyota Proace Bus

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 218 - 343 km
Aixam Ambition
Toyota Proace Bus

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Aixam Ambition

The Aixam Ambition stands out with its compact design and impressive manoeuvrability, making it an ideal choice for urban driving. Its stylish appearance is complemented by a comfortable interior that prioritises driver and passenger experience. With a keen focus on efficiency, this microcar perfectly caters to those seeking an economical yet functional solution for city travel.

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Toyota Proace Bus

The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

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Aixam Ambition
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
12,500 - 16,700 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 - 130 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
425 - 440 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Aixam
Brand
Toyota
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