Compare performance (237 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or Toyota Proace Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace Bus is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,766 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace Bus uses 6.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace Bus is moderately more efficient: consuming 24.2 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 27 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.
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 Vito Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 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 Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 8.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is somewhat lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 188 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries a bit more – 1,265 kg compared to 1,077 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus holds a slight edge 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 Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
218 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
8
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Payload
825 - 1,265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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