Head to head
Ford Transit Large Van vs Toyota Proace
The Ford Transit Large Van holds 7.1 cubic metres more and takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer. The Toyota Proace carries 277kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the Ford Transit Large Van holds 7.1 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the Ford Transit Large Van takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer.
- Payload: the Toyota Proace carries 277kg more.
- Towing capacity: the Ford Transit Large Van tows 500kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Large Van | Toyota Proace | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1098 kg (350 L3H3) | 1375 kg (L1, 2.0D 145); 1226 kg (L1, 2.0D 180); 1335 kg (L2, 2.0D 145); 1000 kg (BEV, 75kWh) |
| Load volume | 12.4 m3 (L3H3) | 5.3 m3 (L1); 6.1 m3 (L2) |
| Load length | 3533 mm (L3H3) | 2512 mm (L1); 2862 mm (L2) |
| Towing capacity | 2800 kg | 2300 kg (braked (2.0D 180)) |
| Gross weight | 3500 kg | - |
Sources: Ford Transit Large Van, Toyota Proace. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Large Van if...
- you want one that holds 7.1 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer
- you want one that tows 500kg more
The large Transit remains a fleet mainstay for removals and trade work needing more room than the Custom, with this L3H3 350 spec representing a common mid-range hire configuration.
Full Large Van specifications →Buy or hire the Proace if...
- you want one that carries 277kg more
The Proace gives Toyota a stake in the medium-van class using Stellantis-group platform sharing, competing directly with the Transit Custom, Trafic and Vivaro on payload and load volume rather than on any distinct Toyota engineering.
Full Proace specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Large Van and the Toyota Proace?
The Ford Transit Large Van holds 7.1 cubic metres more and takes loads 1.02m (3.5ft) longer. The Toyota Proace carries 277kg more. The Ford Transit Large Van is a large panel van, the long-running Ford Transit in L3H3 350 form as offered on UK commercial hire fleets.; the Toyota Proace is a medium panel van offered in diesel and battery-electric, sharing its platform with the Vauxhall Vivaro and Peugeot Expert..
Which carries more, the Ford Transit Large Van or the Toyota Proace?
The Toyota Proace, by 277kg.
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