Compare performance (136 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (20,800 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace City or VW Transporter Transporter?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace City is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,717 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace City is clearly more efficient: consuming 18.1 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 12 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
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 VW Transporter Transporter offers substantially more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is noticeably lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 506 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries markedly more – 1,259 kg compared to 829 kg. That’s a difference of about 430 kg.
The VW Transporter Transporter leads convincingly 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.
details
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
|
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
|
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
343 km
|
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
|
|
co2
0 - 146 g/km
|
co2
0 - 220 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
High Roof Estate
|
Body Type
Cargo Van
|
|
Seats
5 - 7
|
Seats
2 - 5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
4 - 5
|
|
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
|
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
|
Trunk capacity
-
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
|
|
Width
1,848 mm
|
Width
2,032 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
525 - 829 kg
|
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
|
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
|
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
|
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
|
|
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
|
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
|
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
|
|
Brand
Toyota
|
Brand
VW
|