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Toyota Proace Max vs VW Crafter – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Toyota Proace Max or VW Crafter fits your lifestyle better.

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Proace Max has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35500 £, while the VW Crafter costs 47100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11577 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Proace Max manages with 7.30 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the VW Crafter with 8.40 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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 has a evident edge – offering 279 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Crafter performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 165 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Max tops out at 161 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace Max pulls barely noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Proace Max offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 3 vs 2.

In curb weight, VW Crafter is hardly perceptible lighter – 2072 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Crafter performs slight better – up to 18400 L, which is about 1400 L more than the Toyota Proace Max.

When it comes to payload, VW Crafter significantly takes the win – 2994 kg compared to 1460 kg. That’s a difference of about 1534 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Proace Max proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Proace Max is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Proace Max

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.3 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.20 kWh
  • Electric Range : 424 km
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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a versatile vehicle that seamlessly combines functionality with style. Its spacious interior is designed to accommodate both passengers and cargo comfortably, making it an ideal choice for families and businesses alike. With a sleek exterior and a range of advanced features, the Proace Max stands out in its class, offering a reliable and efficient driving experience.

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VW Crafter

The VW Crafter is a no-nonsense workhorse that makes hauling and running a mobile business feel almost civilized, with a cabin built for long days and smart storage where you need it. It may not turn heads for glamour, but its sturdy build, straightforward tech and reliable manners mean fewer headaches for owners — a van that prefers to earn your trust rather than demand attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35500 - 61000 £
Price
47100 - 68800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 13.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
26.20 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
424 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 227 g/km
co2
220 - 342 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
2
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2075 - 2790 kg
Curb weight
2072 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5413 - 6363 mm
Length
5986 - 7391 mm
Width
2050 mm
Width
2040 - 2069 mm
Height
2254 - 2774 mm
Height
2355 - 2830 mm
Max trunk capacity
10000 - 17000 L
Max trunk capacity
9300 - 18400 L
Payload
710 - 1460 kg
Payload
1037 - 2994 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Power HP
140 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 161 km/h
Max Speed
90 - 165 km/h
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Torque
360 - 410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Power kW
103 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
2184 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2017 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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