Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace City has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20800 £, while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 16717 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Proace City manages with 5.30 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.10 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Toyota Proace City: with 18.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 21.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.80 kWh.
As for range, the Toyota Proace City performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 343 km, about 12 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
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 VW Transporter Transporter has a significantly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.50 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace City performs to a small extent better – reaching 186 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Transporter pulls noticeable stronger with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Toyota Proace City is evident lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1872 kg. The difference is around 506 kg.
When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter evident takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 869 kg. That’s a difference of about 390 kg.
The VW Transporter Transporter proves to be shows small but notable strengths and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Transporter Transporter is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20800 - 44100 £
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Price
37500 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
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Electric Range
343 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1366 - 1664 kg
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Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4401 - 4751 mm
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Length
5050 - 5450 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
2032 mm
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Height
1812 - 1818 mm
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Height
1966 - 1985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 869 kg
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Payload
755 - 1259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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The Toyota Proace City is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.