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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Toyota Proace Bus?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,782 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace Bus uses 6.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is slightly more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 24.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Bus. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers visibly more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 131 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.

Proace Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers visibly 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 Transporter delivers moderately more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is barely lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries noticeably more – 1,265 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 381 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is slightly ahead 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 304 - 474 km
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mercedes Vito Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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