Compare performance (150 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Transporter or VW Transporter Transporter?
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.
Toyota Proace Transporter is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,880 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace Transporter uses 6.4 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW Transporter Transporter is marginally more efficient: consuming 21.9 kWh/100km compared to 23.8 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Transporter offers marginally more range – reaching up to 349 km, about 18 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.
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 VW Transporter Transporter offers significantly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Toyota Proace Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers somewhat more torque with 415 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Proace Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,656 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Transporter carries barely more – 1,323 kg compared to 1,259 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.
The VW Transporter Transporter 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 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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The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,600 - 51,000 £
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Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
349 km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,656 - 2,100 kg
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Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
2,032 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
955 - 1,323 kg
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Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
120 - 150 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
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Torque
260 - 370 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
88 - 110 kW
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Power kW
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
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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
F, A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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