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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Toyota Proace Bus?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • visibly more electric range
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is moderately cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,616 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace Bus uses 6.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace Bus is slightly more efficient: consuming 24.2 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers visibly more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 101 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.

Proace Bus

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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 3.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is somewhat lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries substantially more – 2,641 kg compared to 1,265 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,376 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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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
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
-
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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