Compare performance (727 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon 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.
Toyota Proace Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,864 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers substantially more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 238 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 547 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 9.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is only slightly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries substantially more – 1,265 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 665 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon is decisively ahead 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 BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 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
67 - 105 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
48 - 152 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
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 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
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
825 - 1,265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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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
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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