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Mercedes G Class vs Toyota Proace Max comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Toyota Proace Max?

Mercedes G Class vs Toyota Proace Max: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • substantially more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Toyota Proace Max

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Proace Max is substantially cheaper – starting at 56,900 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,654 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace Max is barely more efficient: consuming 26.2 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G Class. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers slightly more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 55 km more than the Toyota Proace Max.

Proace Max

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 Mercedes G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 754 Nm more.

G Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes G Class offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes G Class is somewhat lighter – 2,485 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries clearly more – 1,460 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 745 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class 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.

from £106,600
G Class

Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
Mercedes G Class
Toyota Proace Max

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want versatility without the drama.

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Mercedes G Class
Toyota Proace Max

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
56,900 - 61,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,790 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
710 - 1,460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
205 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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