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smart #1 vs Toyota Proace Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (428 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (31700 £ vs 31600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or Toyota Proace Bus?

smart #1

Toyota Proace Bus

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Proace Bus has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £ , while the smart #1 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 141 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the smart #1: with 16.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s decisively more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 24.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 7.40 kWh.

As for electric range, the smart #1 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 440 km, about 97 km more than the Toyota Proace Bus.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 has a clearly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 248 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.30 s. That’s about 9.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the smart #1 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Bus tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: smart #1 pulls noticeable stronger with 584 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 184 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers clearly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, smart #1 is minimal lighter – 1780 kg compared to 1835 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #1 offers significantly more room – 323 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 323 L.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Bus decisively takes the win – 1265 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 795 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the smart #1 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £31,700
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smart #1

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 310 - 440 km
smart #1
Toyota Proace Bus

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smart #1

The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.

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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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smart #1
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
31700 - 45000 £
Price
31600 - 57100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
310 - 440 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
1835 - 2140 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4270 - 4300 mm
Length
4983 - 5333 mm
Width
1822 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1636 mm
Height
1890 mm
Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 470 kg
Payload
825 - 1265 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.30 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
smart
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the smart #1 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.