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SERES 3 vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (32,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 3 or Toyota Proace Bus?

SERES 3 vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

SERES 3

  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • only slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • a bit more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Proace Bus is only slightly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the SERES 3 costs 32,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,350 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 3 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 24.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Bus. That’s a difference of about 6.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers a bit more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 42 km more than the SERES 3.

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 Toyota Proace Bus offers only slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, SERES 3 is marginally lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries clearly more – 1,265 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 965 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Bus is decisively 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 £31,600
Proace Bus

Toyota Proace Bus

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 218 - 343 km
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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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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
32,900 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
301 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
300 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
SERES
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the SERES 3 have?

The SERES 3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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