Toyota Proace Verso Electric review
There's plenty to like about the Proace Verso Electric, namely how versatile it is. But just don't expect it to drive as well as some rival MPVs
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Stuart Milne
Updated: 10 September 2026
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The Toyota Proace Verso Electric could be the answer to the question: "What should I get if I need to carry more than seven people and all their luggage at once?"
You see, it's available with up to nine seats, so even families too big for many MPVs and SUVs are well catered for. There’s also an eight-seater and a semi-luxury VIP model with seating for "just" seven, and the versatility doesn't stop there, because there are two lengths to choose from: Long and Medium. The only choice you don’t need to make is what powers it, because the Proace Verso is now electric-only
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If reading all that has left you with the impression that the Proace Verso is more like a minibus than a car, well, that's not actually far from the truth. It's similar to the Ford e-Tourneo Custom and Mercedes EQV in the sense that Toyota has taken what is basically a minibus underneath and sprinkled it with car-like creature comforts.
You’d be forgiven for feelings of déjà vu, too, because aside from its front-end styling, it’s actually identical to the Citroën e-Spacetourer and Peugeot e-Traveller. But with a warranty that can extend to an impressive ten years, it might be the shrewd choice over its siblings, which don’t come close to the same level of cover.
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In this review, we’ll be comparing the Proace Verso to those cars, and rivals further afield, to see how it stacks up. Read on for the full breakdown…
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Verdict
The Proace Verso is incredibly versatile thanks to seating for up to nine people, and it's a fine option if space is your absolute priority, but you don’t need your van-based people carrier to drive as well as some other small MPVs, or look as nice inside. It’s best around town, because it can’t travel as far as the more rounded Ford e-Tourneo Custom. Spec-for-spec, there’s little difference in price between the Toyota and its Citroën e-Spacetourer and Peugeot e-Traveller siblings, but it still undercuts most of its rivals.
What's new?
- September 2026: we test the latest Proace Verso Electric
- August 2024: larger 75kWh battery introduced, maximum range up from 143 to 214 miles
- February 2024: Toyota discontinues the diesel engine and makes the Proace Verso electric-only
Pros
- Spacious and flexible interior
- Relatively comfortable ride
- Seating for up to nine
Cons
- Wallowy handling
- So-so interior quality
- Seats heavy to remove
What's new?
- September 2026: we test the latest Proace Verso Electric
- August 2024: larger 75kWh battery introduced, maximum range up from 143 to 214 miles
- February 2024: Toyota discontinues the diesel engine and makes the Proace Verso electric-only
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Performance & drive
What it's like to drive, and how quiet it is
Strengths
- Minimal road noise
- Quiet electric motors
- Nippy around town
Weaknesses
- So-so charging time
- Suspension noise over broken road surfaces
- Lack of grip in corners
How fast is it and which motor is best?
Your choice of power couldn’t really be any more straightforward. There’s no longer a diesel-powered model, so you’re offered a single 134bhp electric motor fed by a 75kWh battery.
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It’s nippy enough around town, where it’s likely to spend most of its time, but requires a bit of patience when pulling on to motorway slip roads. Without passengers or luggage, it takes a leisurely 11.9sec to accelerate from 0-62mph, and its top speed is 80mph.
It’s worth noting that the Citroën e-Spacetourer and Peugeot e-Traveller are both offered with a smaller 50kWh battery – if you’re looking for the lowest possible price.
Is it agile and is the ride comfortable?
It’s here, more than anywhere, that the Proace Verso reveals its commercial vehicle roots. It is, after all, a plusher version of a Citroën Dispatch or Vauxhall Vivaro. It doesn’t so much ride over bumps, rather it bounces over them, and it thuds its way through smaller imperfections, too.
There’s lots of body lean if you tackle bends with vim, too, and there’s not a great deal of communication through the steering wheel. The steering is light, which is both a blessing and curse. On the plus side, it makes manoeuvring on tight city streets really quite easy (it has a decent turning circle, too), even though it requires a lot of wheel-shuffling to do so. On the other hand, it doesn’t really give much of a clue as to what the front wheels are up to when you’re up to speed.
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Is it quiet and how easy is it to drive smoothly?
As you might expect, the Proace Verso Electric is quieter and smoother than the old diesel version ever was. There’s very little drone from the motors. But the absence of engine noise makes the wind noise the big, boxy MPV generates as it forces itself through the air at motorway speeds all the more noticeable. It’s not alone here, but the Ford e-Tourneo Custom is quieter.
To its credit though, there’s not much in the way of road noise. But if any of this is a priority to you, we’d point you in the direction of the seven-seat Volkswagen ID Buzz, or a Peugeot e-5008 SUV.
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Selectable drive modes in an electric MPV like this feel a little incongruous, because the benefits Eco mode brings are negligible. More useful are the steering wheel-mounted paddles which vary the force of the regenerative braking system, recovering lost energy and using it to top up the battery. Like other systems, it reduces brake wear and can make driving in stop-start traffic a little more relaxing.
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What’s the range and efficiency like, and how quickly can it charge?
It’ll cover 213 miles on a charge under official figures, although as always, there are plenty of variables to consider, and you can expect that figure to drop significantly in the winter. For context, though, you can expect around 230 miles from a Ford e-Tourneo Custom; unsurprisingly it matches the identical Citroën e-Spacetourer.
It’ll top up its battery at charging speeds of up to 100kW, which is less than the Ford e-Tourneo Custom’s 125kW. A 0-80% charge will take 45 minutes – about twice as long as the Ford will take – and a full overnight charge from a home wallbox will take nearly 11 hours.
I was impressed with the Proace Verso’s turning circle. It made parking and manoeuvring in tight spaces far easier than I would’ve expected.
Stuart Milne, Digital editor
Interior
The interior layout, fit and finish
Strengths
- Commanding view out
- Rear parking sensors on Long versions
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity
Weaknesses
- It feels rather van-like
- Sluggish infotainment system
- Awkward driving position
What does the interior look like and is it well made?
When you look around the interior, it’s clear that you’re in something that’s basically a van. There might be lashings of chrome-effect trim and, if selected, leather seats, but the acres of hard plastic give the game away. The Mercedes EQV is a lot prettier inside.
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Most of the controls – like the air-con – are at least easy to operate thanks to the inclusion of physical dials. We did struggle with the temperature controls, though, which are chunky but feature small buttons that are dimly lit. Fortunately, what the Proace Verso lacks in tactility, it makes up for in its likelihood to stand up to abuse.
Is the driving position comfortable and is it easy to see out?
The first thing you notice when you clamber into the Toyota Proace Verso is just how high up you sit. Even with the height-adjustable driver’s seat on its lowest setting, you tower over SUVs and have a commanding view of the road. It’s a real shame, however, that the pedals and steering wheel are a little offset, so you end up adopting a slight side-saddle driving position.
Visibility is, for the most part, very good because of the vehicle's boxy design, but the shape of the nose means you're never quite sure where the front bumper is, making it tricky to park.
It’s also worth remembering that the Long version is, well, long. That can make finding a parking space a real chore. Fortunately, rear parking sensors are supplied across the range for when you do find a big enough spot, and Excel trim adds a reversing camera (front parking sensors aren’t fitted as standard across all trims).
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Are the dashboard and infotainment system easy to use?
All versions get a 10.0in touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth, a DAB radio, sat-nav, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring and USB sockets. It’s not the most intuitive system to operate, admittedly. The letterbox-shaped screen and some of the icons are small, making it rather sluggish to respond to commands.
I didn’t expect the Toyota Proace Verso Electric to feel like a luxury car, but nor did I expect to feel backache after sitting awkwardly thanks to the offset steering wheel and pedals.
Stuart Milne, Digital editor
Passenger & boot space
How it copes with people and clutter
Strengths
- Space for adults in all three rows
- Second and third-row Isofix mounting points
- Lots of storage
Weaknesses
- Medium and Long models have the same space
- Seats are cumbersome to remove
How much space does it have for people?
The option of having your Toyota Proace Verso in one of two lengths (Medium and Long) is quite unusual for an MPV. It’s important to be aware, though, that the distance between the front and rear wheels is the same no matter which version you go for so passenger space is unaffected. The key difference is that Long models have a much bigger boot.
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Compared with the Volkswagen ID Buzz – itself a very big MPV compared with regular cars – the Proace Verso feels huge inside, with space suitable for full-sized adults in all three rows.
Your choice of trim will be governed largely by the length and number of seats you want your Proace Verso Electric to have. Icon is available in eight-seat Medium and nine-seat Long wheelbase configurations. Design is an eight-seat Medium, while the Long Design Premium has nine seats. The long-wheelbase Excel has ‘only’ seven seats, but pop-out tables lend a more upmarket edge. All models have Isofix child seat mounting points on the rear seats.
All trims above Icon have second and third rows of seats that can be slid backwards and forwards, and can also be reclined, depending on whether you want more space or more comfort. If needed, the two rows of seats can be removed entirely for a load area that’s as cavernous as (surprise, surprise) a van’s.
There is a but, though: they require a lot of manhandling to extract them from their runners, and while the single seats on the driver’s side are just light enough to be lifted by one person, taking out and carrying twin seats on the passenger side is a two-person job. You’ll need quite a bit of space to store them, too.
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There’s lots of storage dotted around the interior, including some huge door pockets, two gloveboxes, compartments under the front seats, a cubby on the top of the dash and a handy shelf by the USB port with wireless smartphone charging.
How much room does it have for luggage?
The useful 550-litre boot in the nine-seater Medium version doubles in size to 980 litres if you go for a Long version with the same number of seats. You’ll find between 672 and 1152 litres of room in a Ford e-Tourneo Custom, depending on configuration.
With all seats in place, the boot is tall but not very deep, so you’ll need to take care when storing the charging cables so that they don’t obstruct the tailgate.
Like many of its rivals, the tailgate is top-hinged and massive, so you’ll need a lot of space to open it – which could be a challenge in tight car parks. There’s no option to have it open and close electrically, so it’ll require quite a bit of manhandling. Unlike most of its rivals, you can open the rear windscreen, but any shopping you load will face quite a drop to the floor.
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I like that the rear seats can be removed, but they are really heavy, awkward to carry, and you’ll need a lot of space to store them in the garage.
Stuart Milne, Digital editor
Buying & owning
Everyday costs, plus how reliable and safe it is
Strengths
- Great warranty
- Lots of kit on most versions
Weaknesses
- Higher trim levels get expensive
- Not all versions have all safety features
How much does it cost and what equipment do you get?
You certainly get a lot of floor space for your money with the Toyota Proace Verso Electric, and almost every model costs less than the Ford e-Tourneo Custom. The Mercedes EQV and Volkswagen ID Buzz are far more expensive, still.
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But it’s worth noting that the Citroën e-Spacetourer and Peugeot e-Traveller have lower starting prices, but those particular versions come with a smaller battery not available in the Proace Verso. Spec-for-spec, they’re closely priced. Bear in mind, though, that things can get expensive as you move up the range.
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While the trim you’ll choose will largely be governed by the seat count you want, we think Design represents the best choice, because it offers a decent kit count without the price ballooning. Plus, it comes with eight seats.
Entry-level Icon features a 10.0in touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, plus sat-nav, automatic lights and wipers, and air-con. Design trim adds climate control, side protection sensors, a heated steering wheel, height-adjustable front seats and removable rear seats.
Design Premium comes with an upgraded audio system, leather upholstery, electrically operated massage front seats, a memory function for the driver’s seat, and power side doors. Excel then tops the pack with adaptive cruise control, a rear parking camera, a pair of individual ‘captain’ seats in the second row and more heavily tinted rear glass.
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Is it reliable, and how long is the warranty?
Every Proace Verso comes with a three-year warranty, with the option of extending that up to 10-years or 100,000 miles if you have your car serviced annually at a Toyota dealer. That’s better than the three-year cover you’d get on a Citroën e-Spacetourer and Ford e-Tourneo Custom. The Peugeot e-Traveller is covered for up to eight years and 100,000 miles in a similar manner to the Proace.
Toyota fares well when it comes to reliability – it finished fourth out of 30 manufacturers in our 2025 rundown of the most reliable car brands. However, given the Proace Verso’s Stellantis origins, it’s more useful to consider the performance of Citroën and Peugeot in the same report. They finished 10th and 11th, respectively.
How safe is it, and is it easy to steal?
The Toyota Proace, like its Citroën e-Spacetourer or Peugeot e-Traveller siblings, have yet to be put through the Euro NCAP crash test programme. For comparison, the newer Ford Tourneo Custom (and by extension, the e-Tourneo Custom) scored four out of five stars.
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All versions feature broadly the same kit, although Icon trim does without blindspot monitoring. You’ll be aided by hill-start assist, cruise control, lane departure warning and automatic high beam.
Buy it if...
- You’re looking for lots of space on a budget
- You’re looking for the security of a long warranty
- You want something that’s easy to see out of
Don’t buy it if...
- You want to travel lots of miles on a charge
- You want something that’s quick to charge
- You’re looking for an upmarket ambience
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Toyota’s new-car warranty is excellent, and for that alone I’d recommend the Proace Verso over its Citroën and Peugeot siblings.
Stuart Milne, Digital editor
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FAQs
What is the Toyota Proace Verso equivalent to?
The Toyota Proace Verso is built by Stellantis, and is the firm’s version of the Citroën e-Spacetourer and Peugeot e-Traveller.
Is the Toyota Proace Verso a 7-seater?
The Toyota Proace Verso is available with seven, eight or nine seats across Medium and Long wheelbase models.
Is the Toyota Proace Verso reliable?
We don’t have specific data on the Toyota Proace Verso’s reliability, however Toyota performs well in our survey into the most reliable car brands. (4th out of 30 in 2025). Given it is built by Stellantis, the 10th and 11th placed finishes for Citroën and Peugeot are more relevant. It’s worth noting that the Proace Verso’s warranty can be extended up to 10 years when you have it serviced annually at a Toyota dealer.
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