Compare performance (659 HP vs 150 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 Transporter?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,707 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i7 is clearly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 23.8 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 275 km more than the Toyota Proace Transporter.
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 BMW i7 offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 509 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Toyota Proace Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers substantially more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 730 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 Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is significantly lighter – 1,656 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 939 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Transporter carries clearly more – 1,323 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 788 kg.
The BMW i7 is clearly superior 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 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.
detailsThe Toyota Proace Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
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Price
31,600 - 51,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
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Electric Range
349 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
Sedan
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3 - 6
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
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Curb weight
1,656 - 2,100 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,950 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
480 - 535 kg
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Payload
955 - 1,323 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction 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
455 - 659 HP
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Power HP
120 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
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Torque
260 - 370 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
335 - 485 kW
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Power kW
88 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, A, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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