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Toyota Proace City vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (20,800 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace City or Volvo XC90?

Toyota Proace City vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Toyota Proace City

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo XC90

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Proace City

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.

Toyota Proace City is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,507 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC90 uses 3.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City offers considerably more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 274 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 Volvo XC90 offers considerably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 270 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers clearly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 369 Nm more.

Proace City

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is considerably lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 714 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries a bit more – 829 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace City 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 £20,800
Proace City

Toyota Proace City

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 343 km
Toyota Proace City
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

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Toyota Proace City

The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.

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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Toyota Proace City
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
343 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Volvo
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