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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Toyota Proace Max comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 35,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Toyota Proace Max?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Toyota Proace Max: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally lighter

Toyota Proace Max

  • somewhat more power

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

Vito Transporter

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.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,765 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Toyota Proace Max with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is visibly more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Max. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers moderately more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 50 km more than the Toyota Proace Max.

Proace Max

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 Toyota Proace Max offers somewhat more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Proace Max is a bit faster – reaching 161 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers very slightly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 50 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: Mercedes Vito Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace Max offers substantially more capacity – up to 17,000 L, about 10,400 L more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries visibly more – 1,460 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 576 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Max comes out clearly 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.

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Proace Max

Toyota Proace Max

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.3 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 424 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
Toyota Proace Max

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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 Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want versatility without the drama.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter
Toyota Proace Max

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
35,500 - 61,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
2,075 - 2,790 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
5,413 - 6,363 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
2,254 - 2,764 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
10,000 - 17,000 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
710 - 1,460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
148 - 161 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
88 - 205 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
G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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