Head to head
MAN TGE TGE vs Toyota Proace
The MAN TGE TGE holds 6 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer. The Toyota Proace carries 136kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Load volume: the MAN TGE TGE holds 6 cubic metres more.
- Load length: the MAN TGE TGE takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer.
- Payload: the Toyota Proace carries 136kg more.
Specifications side by side
| MAN TGE TGE | Toyota Proace | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1239 kg (Standard WB, normal roof, 3.5t FWD); 1131 kg (Long WB, high roof, 3.5t FWD); 1059 kg (Extra Long WB, super-high roof, 3.5t FWD); 920 kg (5.0t RWD) | 1375 kg (L1, 2.0D 145); 1226 kg (L1, 2.0D 180); 1335 kg (L2, 2.0D 145); 1000 kg (BEV, 75kWh) |
| Load volume | 11.3 m3 (Standard WB, high roof); 18.4 m3 (Extra Long WB, super-high roof) | 5.3 m3 (L1); 6.1 m3 (L2) |
| Load length | 4855 mm (Extra Long WB) | 2512 mm (L1); 2862 mm (L2) |
| Towing capacity | 3000 kg braked (3.5t derivatives); 3500 kg braked (5.0-5.5t derivatives) | 2300 kg (braked (2.0D 180)) |
Sources: MAN TGE TGE, Toyota Proace. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TGE if...
- you want one that holds 6 cubic metres more
- you want one that takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer
The TGE offers the same body shell and volume options as the Crafter it shares a factory with, but adds a 5.5t rear-wheel-drive derivative not available on the VW, aimed at fleets wanting a heavier payload without a 7.5t truck.
Full TGE specifications →Buy or hire the Proace if...
- you want one that carries 136kg 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 MAN TGE TGE and the Toyota Proace?
The MAN TGE TGE holds 6 cubic metres more and takes loads 2.34m (7.5ft) longer. The Toyota Proace carries 136kg more. The MAN TGE TGE is a large panel van engineered alongside the Volkswagen Crafter, offered from 3.0t to 5.5t GVW.; 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 MAN TGE TGE or the Toyota Proace?
The Toyota Proace, by 136kg.
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