The 2025 Toyota Proace City and Proace City Verso models feature a fresh, modern design that aligns them with the new Toyota family look. Both models offer versatile options for different needs, whether it’s for business or family use.
Quick History of 2025 Toyota Proace City
The Toyota Proace City is part of Toyota’s light commercial vehicle lineup, developed in partnership with PSA Group. Launched in 2020, the Proace City was designed to compete in the compact van segment, offering versatility for both personal and professional use. The 2025 model continues this trend with various configurations, including panel vans, crew cabs, and passenger models.
The Proace City shares its platform with the Peugeot Partner and Citroën Berlingo, benefiting from efficient powertrains and practical designs aimed at businesses needing a reliable and compact van.
Key features of the Proace City include a load capacity of up to 4.4 m³, a 1-ton payload, and multiple powertrain options, including electric versions aimed at meeting the growing demand for zero-emission vehicles. The electric model offers a range of around 260-280 km, making it ideal for urban and short-distance deliveries, especially in cities with emission restrictions.
For 2025, the Proace City models come equipped with Toyota’s advanced safety and connectivity features, such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and a unique head-up display, which is rare in its class. The electric variant of the Proace City, introduced earlier, continues to play a crucial role in Toyota’s strategy to increase its share of zero-emission vehicles.
This van is especially popular among businesses and fleet operators due to its low operating costs, competitive pricing, and flexible configurations.
Versatile Configurations
The Proace City van can be configured as either a panel van or a crew cab, while the Proace City Verso is designed as a passenger vehicle that can comfortably seat up to seven people. This makes it an excellent choice for daily commuting or flexible family transport.
Cargo Capacity and Smart Design
The Proace City van retains its reputation as a highly capable, business-friendly vehicle with class-leading load-carrying capacity. The long-wheelbase version offers up to 4.4 cubic meters of space, while the standard wheelbase model provides 3.9 cubic meters.
A key feature that maximizes the van’s cargo capacity is the Smart Cargo System, which includes a folding outer passenger seat and a hatch in the bulkhead. This clever design extends the load length by 1.3 meters, allowing the van to carry longer items such as ladders or pipes with a maximum load length of 2.2 meters—another best-in-class figure.
Impressive Payload Capacities
The Proace City’s payload capacity is equally impressive. The battery-electric model can carry up to 780 kg, while the petrol and diesel versions can handle up to 1,000 kg. The long-wheelbase model leads its class in payload capacity, making it an excellent choice for businesses.
Mobile Office and Connectivity Features
For those who need their van to function as a mobile office, the Proace City offers practical features like the Smart Cargo System, where the front passenger seat back folds down to create a desktop. Additionally, it provides excellent connectivity with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a USB port for easy device integration.
Range and Performance
The 2025 Proace City and Proace City Verso also offer a battery-electric option, featuring a new electric motor that delivers 100 kW (136 HP) of power. The updated electric system significantly improves the driving range, now reaching up to 330 km (WLTP).
Fast charging capabilities allow the 50 kW battery to recharge up to 80% in just 30 minutes using a 100 kW DC charger. For customers in colder climates, an optional heat pump can be added to warm the cabin without significantly impacting vehicle range.
Regenerative Braking and Efficiency
Both the Proace City and Proace City Verso are equipped with an energy-capturing regenerative braking system similar to the one found in larger Toyota models. This system helps optimize vehicle efficiency by recovering energy during braking.
Multiple Powertrain Options
In addition to the electric version, the Proace City and Proace City Verso offer diesel and petrol powertrains. There are two 1.5-liter diesel options: a 100 HP (75 kW) version with a six-speed manual transmission and a 130 HP (96 kW) version with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
For petrol lovers, a 1.2-liter engine is available, offering 110 HP (81 kW) with a manual transmission. These varied options ensure that the Proace City and Proace City Verso can meet a wide range of customer needs, whether for commercial use or everyday family transport.
Release Date
The 2025 Toyota Proace City is expected to be released in September 2024, with availability in most markets by fall. The 2025 Toyota Proace City is available in two trim levels: Icon and Design. The Icon trim starts at around £31,849, featuring a 10-inch multimedia display and automatic headlights.
The Design trim, priced from £36,464, adds 16-inch alloy wheels and a reversing camera. Both trims offer versatile seating options and configurations, with the Proace City Verso available in L1 and L2 body lengths.
Competitors
The 2025 Toyota Proace City will face competition from several compact and electric vans in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) market, offering various specifications to cater to business and family needs. Some of the key competitors expected in 2025 include:
1. Citroën ë-Berlingo
- Powertrain: 100 kW electric motor with a 50 kWh battery
- Range: Up to 280 km (WLTP)
- Payload: Around 800 kg
- Cargo Space: 4.4 cubic meters in the long-wheelbase version
- Key Features: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and regenerative braking.
2. Peugeot e-Partner
- Powertrain: 100 kW electric motor with a 50 kWh battery
- Range: Up to 275 km (WLTP)
- Payload: Up to 800 kg
- Cargo Space: 3.9 to 4.4 cubic meters, depending on configuration
- Key Features: Best-in-class safety features, digital cockpit, and compatibility with fast charging systems.
3. Vauxhall Combo-e
- Powertrain: 100 kW electric motor with a 50 kWh battery
- Range: Up to 275 km (WLTP)
- Payload: 750 kg to 800 kg
- Cargo Space: 4.4 cubic meters in the longer variant
- Key Features: Advanced navigation, mobile office features, and options for manual or electric tailgate.
4. Renault Kangoo E-Tech
- Powertrain: 90 kW electric motor with a 45 kWh battery
- Range: Around 300 km (WLTP)
- Payload: Approximately 600-800 kg
- Cargo Space: Up to 4.9 cubic meters
- Key Features: Improved driver assistance systems, configurable cargo space, and fast charging in under 30 minutes.
5. Ford E-Transit Courier
- Powertrain: 100 kW electric motor
- Range: Estimated 300 km (WLTP)
- Payload: 700-800 kg
- Cargo Space: Around 3.6 to 4.3 cubic meters
- Key Features: Best-in-class infotainment with Ford SYNC 4, over-the-air updates, and flexible seating configurations.
These models offer similar battery-electric powertrains and payload capacities, but each vehicle has unique features such as more advanced infotainment systems or safety packs tailored to different business needs.
Range & Fuel Efficiency
The 2025 Toyota Proace City is expected to offer great fuel efficiency. The 1.5-liter diesel engine is projected to consume 4.1-4.5 L/100 km, making it economical and ideal for businesses.
The petrol version with a 1.2-liter engine will have a slightly higher consumption, around 5.4-5.5 L/100 km. Both engine options focus on reducing operational costs with extended maintenance intervals of up to 40,000 km for diesel and 25,000 km for petrol.
