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Toyota Proace Max vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (279 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (35500 £ vs 27800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Max or VW Caddy?

Toyota Proace Max

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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.

VW Caddy has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £, while the Toyota Proace Max costs 35500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7788 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Max with 7.30 L. The difference is about 6.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Toyota Proace Max performs convincingly better – achieving up to 424 km, about 303 km more than the VW Caddy.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota Proace Max has a significantly edge – offering 279 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs slightly better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Max tops out at 161 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace Max pulls noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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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: VW Caddy offers significantly more seating capacity – 7 vs 3.

In curb weight, VW Caddy is evident lighter – 1575 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace Max performs decisively better – up to 17000 L, which is about 13300 L more than the VW Caddy.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Max clearly takes the win – 1460 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 750 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Caddy shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
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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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35500 - 61000 £
Price
27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
26.20 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
424 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 227 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
3
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 - 2790 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5413 - 6363 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
2050 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
2254 - 2774 mm
Height
1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
10000 - 17000 L
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
Payload
710 - 1460 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
130 - 161 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2184 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Toyota Proace Max?

The Toyota Proace Max is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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