Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Toyota Proace City?
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 a bit cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Mercedes T Class costs 23,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,169 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
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 Toyota Proace City offers only slightly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Proace City is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.5 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace City delivers marginally more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 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 a bit lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries visibly more – 829 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 199 kg.
The Toyota Proace City 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 Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.
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
23,000 - 30,500 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 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
135 - 167 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
High Roof Estate
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
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Length
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Length
4,401 - 4,751 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
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Height
1,812 - 1,818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,126 - 2,693 L
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 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
135 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 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
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
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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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