Head to head
Toyota Proace vs Vauxhall Movano
The Vauxhall Movano tows 200kg more and carries 75kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Towing capacity: the Vauxhall Movano tows 200kg more.
- Payload: the Vauxhall Movano carries 75kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Toyota Proace | Vauxhall Movano | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 1375 kg (L1, 2.0D 145); 1226 kg (L1, 2.0D 180); 1335 kg (L2, 2.0D 145); 1000 kg (BEV, 75kWh) | 1450 kg (L2H1, 3.5t diesel); 1375 kg (L3H2, 3.5t diesel); 2030 kg (L4H2 Heavy, 4.25t diesel); 1480 kg (L3H2, 4.25t electric) |
| Load volume | 5.3 m3 (L1); 6.1 m3 (L2) | 10.0 m3 (L2H1); 13.0-15.0 m3 (L3H2/L3H3); 17.0 m3 (L4H3) |
| Towing capacity | 2300 kg (braked (2.0D 180)) | 2500 kg (diesel, standard); 3000 kg (diesel, Heavy) |
| Load length | 2512 mm (L1); 2862 mm (L2) | - |
Sources: Toyota Proace, Vauxhall Movano. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Proace if...
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 →Buy or hire the Movano if...
- you want one that tows 200kg more
- you want one that carries 75kg more
The Movano mirrors the Renault Master's engineering and payload spread, and its Heavy derivatives at 4.25t GVW give UK fleets a way to boost payload past 2 tonnes without a driver needing a C1 licence upgrade beyond the standard 3.5t threshold on the base models.
Full Movano specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Toyota Proace and the Vauxhall Movano?
The Vauxhall Movano tows 200kg more and carries 75kg more. The Toyota Proace is a medium panel van offered in diesel and battery-electric, sharing its platform with the Vauxhall Vivaro and Peugeot Expert.; the Vauxhall Movano is a large panel van built on the same platform as the Renault Master, offered in diesel and electric..
Which carries more, the Toyota Proace or the Vauxhall Movano?
The Vauxhall Movano, by 75kg.
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