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Mercedes T Class vs Toyota Proace City Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes T Class

Toyota Proace City Compact Van

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

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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.

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.

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Engine and Performance:

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.

T 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.

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Mercedes T Class
Toyota Proace City Compact Van

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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.50 kWh
  • Electric Range : 337 km

Mercedes T Class

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.

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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

The 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.

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Mercedes T Class
Toyota Proace City Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
23000 - 30500 £
Price
21200 - 37700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
337 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
0 - 150 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1556 - 1678 kg
Curb weight
1358 - 1837 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Length
4401 - 4751 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1811 mm
Height
1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4300 L
Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
560 - 921 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Mercedes T Class?

The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.