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Toyota Proace Transporter vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Transporter or Mercedes VLE?

Toyota Proace Transporter vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

Toyota Proace Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes VLE

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Proace Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Proace Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,079 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes VLE is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 23.8 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes VLE offers clearly more range – reaching up to 707 km, about 358 km more than the Toyota Proace Transporter.

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 Mercedes VLE offers substantially more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes VLE is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Toyota Proace Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 30 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 VLE offers more seats – 7 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is substantially lighter – 1,656 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 1,244 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Transporter carries considerably more – 1,323 kg compared to 711 kg. That’s a difference of about 612 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Transporter holds a slight edge 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 £31,600
Proace Transporter

Toyota Proace Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 349 km
Toyota Proace Transporter
Mercedes VLE

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Toyota Proace Transporter

The Toyota Proace Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.

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Mercedes VLE

The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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Toyota Proace Transporter
Mercedes VLE

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 - 51,000 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
349 km
Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,656 - 2,100 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
955 - 1,323 kg
Payload
497 - 711 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 150 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 370 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
88 - 110 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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