Compare performance (8 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or Toyota Proace Bus?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Aixam Minauto is significantly cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,630 £.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 268 km more than the Aixam Minauto.
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 substantially 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 considerably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.
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 Minauto is clearly 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 significantly more – 1,265 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,015 kg.
The Toyota Proace Bus is far ahead overall 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.
The Aixam Minauto is a tiny, no-nonsense city microcar from Aixam that prioritizes ease of parking and low running costs over outright performance. It suits urban commuters who want a compact, economical runabout with basic comfort and safety, though buyers should expect limited pace and cabin space compared with conventional cars.
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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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Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
218 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
425 kg
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Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,500 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
250 kg
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Payload
825 - 1,265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Aixam
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Brand
Toyota
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