Compare performance (279 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Max or Tesla Model 3?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Tesla Model 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,231 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Max. That’s a difference of about 13.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 326 km more than the Toyota Proace Max.
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 Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers markedly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is clearly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 968 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries clearly more – 1,460 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,127 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 is decisively ahead 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 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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The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.
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Price
56,900 - 61,000 £
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Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
424 km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
3
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,790 kg
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Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
2,050 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
710 - 1,460 kg
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Payload
302 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
279 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
410 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
205 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Tesla
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