Compare performance (238 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Toyota Proace City?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota Proace City is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,331 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes B Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
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 Mercedes B Class offers considerably more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 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 City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is marginally lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers clearly more boot space – 912 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 457 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries markedly more – 829 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.
The Toyota Proace City leads convincingly 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 Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsThe Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
343 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
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co2
0 - 146 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
MPV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 mm
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Width
1,848 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
515 - 550 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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