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Toyota Proace Max vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (279 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Max or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Toyota Proace Max vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Toyota Proace Max

  • a bit more power
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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Proace Max

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.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,154 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is noticeably more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Max. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers slightly more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 50 km more than the Toyota Proace Max.

Vito Transporter

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 Toyota Proace Max offers a bit more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers somewhat more torque with 500 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

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: Mercedes Vito Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is substantially lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 874 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries visibly more – 1,460 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 576 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 304 - 474 km
Toyota Proace Max
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want versatility without the drama.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Toyota Proace Max
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
56,900 - 61,000 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
424 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,790 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
710 - 1,460 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
279 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
410 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
205 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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