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Toyota Proace Verso Electric vs Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Selected trimM 50kWhChange trim162 mi · 50 kWh · £47,000
At a glance
In this comparison, Toyota Proace Verso Electric leads on charging speed, while the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric leads on value for money.
Best value
Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricRange & charging
Toyota Proace Verso ElectricPracticality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Toyota Proace Verso Electric if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueVauxhall
Toyota
2.9
Vauxhall
5
Family
Toyota
3.7
Vauxhall
3.4
Too close to call
ChargingToyota
Toyota
3.8
Vauxhall
3.1
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 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £47,000 | £36,900 (better) |
| Official range | 162 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 1100 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 14.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Toyota Proace Verso Electric
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Length
Toyota Proace Verso Electric4,960mm-21mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric4,981mm
Width
Toyota Proace Verso Electric1,920mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric1,920mm
Height
Toyota Proace Verso Electric1,890mm-45mm
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric1,935mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,981 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,920 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,890 mm | 1,935 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.4 m | 12.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 480 mm spare | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 8 | 9 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 1100 L | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Toyota Proace Verso Electric M 50kWh |  Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.96m | 4.98m+21mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.92m |
| Height | 1.89m | 1.94m+45mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.27m | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 1100L | Not available |
| Seats | 8 | 9 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.4m | 12.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,190kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 75kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 162 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,000 | £36,900 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £47,000 (not eligible) | £35,400 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Available | 2024+ | 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.
* Vauxhall Vivaro Life 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 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 162 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 135 miles | 152 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 242 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 50 kWh | 75 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 14.3 sec |
| Power | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Toyota Proace Verso Electric
M 50kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric
Combi
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Toyota Proace Verso Electric
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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.
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi
Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric Combi
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 | Toyota Proace Verso ElectricM 50kWh | Vauxhall Vivaro Life ElectricCombi |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota Proace Verso Electric worth the extra £10,100 over the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The Toyota Proace Verso Electric costs £10,100 more than the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers 52 miles more WLTP range and 1 more seat (9 versus 8). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Toyota Proace Verso Electric or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric is £10,100 cheaper to buy. The Toyota Proace Verso Electric is cheaper to charge, roughly £208 a year versus £264 for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric comes out roughly £9,820 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Toyota Proace Verso Electric and Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 135 miles for the Toyota Proace Verso Electric and 152 miles for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric goes roughly 17 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Toyota Proace Verso Electric or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
The two are within 0 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 480 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Toyota Proace Verso Electric or the Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Toyota Proace Verso Electric and 84% for the Vauxhall Vivaro Life 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 Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .