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BMW i7 vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Toyota Proace Bus?

BMW i7 vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

BMW i7

  • clearly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Proace Bus is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,778 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i7 is markedly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 24.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Bus. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 281 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i7 offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 479 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 9.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers clearly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Toyota Proace Bus is substantially lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 760 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries clearly more – 1,265 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 730 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 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.

from £99,300
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BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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