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Mercedes-Benz VLE vs Toyota Proace Verso Electric
Selected trim300Change trim397 mi · 115 kWh · Not available
Selected trimM 50kWhChange trim162 mi · 50 kWh · £47,000
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz VLE leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Toyota Proace Verso Electric counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz VLE if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz VLE wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
8.5
Toyota
1.8
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
10
Toyota
3.7
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
9
Toyota
3.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Toyota Proace Verso Electric
M 50kWh
No standout advantages - closely matched on the measurable specs.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £47,000 |
| Official range | 397 miles (better) | 162 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 1100 L |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz VLE
Toyota Proace Verso Electric
Length
Mercedes-Benz VLE5,200mm
Toyota Proace Verso Electric4,960mm-240mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,930mm
Toyota Proace Verso Electric1,920mm-10mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,900mm
Toyota Proace Verso Electric1,890mm-10mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,200 mm | 4,960 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm | 1,920 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,900 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare | 480 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 1100 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz VLE
- Built on an 800 V architecture, one of 2 MPVs we track with a 700 V+ battery system.
- 397 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of MPVs we track.
- At 5,200 mm, longer than 95% of MPVs we track.
Toyota Proace Verso Electric
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz VLE 300 |  Toyota Proace Verso Electric M 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.20m | 4.96m-240mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.92m-10mm |
| Height | 1.90m | 1.89m-10mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.43m | 3.27m-155mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 1100L |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,190kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 115kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 397 mi (better) | 162 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 315kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £47,000 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Toyota Proace Verso Electric: Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 397 miles (better) | 162 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 331 miles (better) | 135 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | 315 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 115 kWh (better) | 50 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 200 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 480 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Toyota Proace Verso Electric M 50kWh
Toyota Proace Verso Electric M 50kWh
Euro NCAP tested the platform under the 2015 protocol but the result page has since been retired. No current published rating.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz VLE
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Toyota Proace Verso Electric
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Mercedes-Benz VLE and Toyota Proace Verso Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 331 miles for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and 135 miles for the Toyota Proace Verso Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz VLE goes roughly 196 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz VLE or the Toyota Proace Verso Electric?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 480 mm of total clearance for the Toyota Proace Verso Electric and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz VLE.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz VLE or the Toyota Proace Verso Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and 90% for the Toyota Proace Verso Electric. That gives the Toyota Proace Verso Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Toyota Proace Verso Electric's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Mercedes-Benz VLE's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .