Compare performance (131 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23000 £ vs 21200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Toyota Proace City Compact Van?
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 Compact Van has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21200 £ , while the Mercedes T Class costs 23000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1787 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes T Class manages with 5.10 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Toyota Proace City Compact Van with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van has a barely noticeable edge – offering 136 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 11.10 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.60 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes T Class tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace City Compact Van pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Toyota Proace City Compact Van is to a small extent lighter – 1358 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van performs slightly better – up to 4300 L, which is about 700 L more than the Mercedes T Class.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace City Compact Van distinct takes the win – 921 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 291 kg.
The Toyota Proace City Compact Van holds a decisive overall lead 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 Compact Van is a city-savvy workhorse that packs surprising practicality and smart packaging into a friendly, easy-to-drive package. It’s the kind of van that gets the job done without fuss — reliable, economical and just sensible enough to make fleet managers smile.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23000 - 30500 £
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Price
21200 - 37700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
337 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 - 150 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1556 - 1678 kg
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Curb weight
1358 - 1837 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4401 - 4751 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Height
1860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
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Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4300 L
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
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Payload
560 - 921 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
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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
11.1 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 186 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
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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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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The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.