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SERES 3 vs Toyota Proace City Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (32,900 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 3 or Toyota Proace City Compact Van?

SERES 3 vs Toyota Proace City Compact Van: Key differences

SERES 3

  • somewhat more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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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:

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

Toyota Proace City Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the SERES 3 costs 32,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,561 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 3 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace City Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van offers slightly more range – reaching up to 337 km, about 36 km more than the SERES 3.

Proace City Compact Van

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 SERES 3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Toyota Proace City Compact Van takes 11.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City Compact Van is noticeably lighter – 1,358 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van carries significantly more – 921 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 621 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace City Compact Van stands well ahead of its rival 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 £22,400
Proace City Compact Van

Toyota Proace City Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 337 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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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

The Toyota Proace City Compact Van is a city-savvy workhorse that packs surprising practicality and smart packaging into a friendly, easy-to-drive package. It’s the kind of van that gets the job done without fuss — reliable, economical and just sensible enough to make fleet managers smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,900 £
Price
22,400 - 37,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
301 km
Electric Range
337 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Curb weight
1,358 - 1,837 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
300 kg
Payload
560 - 921 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, 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
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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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