Compare performance (272 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Passat or Toyota Proace City?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Proace City is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,664 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Toyota Proace City with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City offers substantially more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 208 km more than the VW Passat.
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 VW Passat offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is somewhat lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers visibly more boot space – 912 L compared to 690 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries visibly more – 829 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.
The VW Passat 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 VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
detailsThe Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Electric Range
343 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 153 g/km
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co2
0 - 146 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
Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,849 mm
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Width
1,848 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
501 - 577 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Toyota
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