Compare performance (237 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (48200 £ vs 20800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Toyota Proace City?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace City has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20800 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27366 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Proace City manages with 5.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 1.80 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 Mercedes V Class has a significantly edge – offering 237 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.50 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Toyota Proace City tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
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 to a small extent more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.
In curb weight, Toyota Proace City is clearly lighter – 1366 kg compared to 2192 kg. The difference is around 826 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly perceptible more room – 1410 L compared to 912 L. That’s a difference of about 498 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs convincingly better – up to 5010 L, which is about 2317 L more than the Toyota Proace City.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class minimal takes the win – 908 kg compared to 869 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
The Toyota Proace City holds a narrow 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 V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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
48200 - 83300 £
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Price
20800 - 44100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.10 kWh
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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
187 - 232 g/km
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
6
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Curb weight
1366 - 1664 kg
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Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
4401 - 4751 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1901 - 1908 mm
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Height
1812 - 1818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Payload
525 - 869 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
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Torque
370 - 500 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
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 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 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.