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Mercedes Vito Bus vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

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?

Mercedes Vito Bus vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Bus

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  • markedly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • moderately cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vito Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Proace Bus

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 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.

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £36,300
Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 km
Mercedes Vito Bus
Toyota Proace Bus

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Mercedes Vito Bus

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.

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Toyota Proace Bus

The 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.

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Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 228 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
8
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,890 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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