In a few days Stellantis, which immediately updated all its useful assortments, it’s Toyota’s turn to put its vans on the table. Since 2013, the Japanese manufacturer has worked closely with Stellantis (then PSA) to equip its European range of vans and vans that better meet our requirements than the models it offers in other markets (Hiace, Dyna, Lite Ace). ProAce is thus a technical cousin to the Peugeot Expert, Citroën Jumpy and Fiat Scudo, while ProAce City, which entered the market in 2020, is based on Partner, Berlingo and Doblo. After several years without much change (especially for the ProAce), So it’s time for Toyota to update its styling and equipment two “smaller” vans.

Small changes in the exterior and on board

They adopt a new frontmore minimalistic and more refined from a stylistic point of view, which now has all LED projectors. The brand also introduced new wheels with a more designer look, which visually gives them a prestigious character. Of course, this does not break three legs, but at least it has the merit of making them more in line with the times, knowing that at the same time The manufacturer’s special range has completely changed its panel in recent months.

Aboard, screens reach 10 inches diagonally, whether for multimedia, now connected, or for digital appliances. Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity appears, and the steering wheel in both is completely new. And that’s all about the interior: SUV modifications during restyling are often less deep and complex than passenger cars, there’s nothing surprising about that.

Slightly increased autonomy

Electric options get a range of 20 to 50 kilometers thanks to work carried out on engine efficiency as well as on energy recovery, is now adjustable in three levels. They kept their 136 horsepower electric motor (100 kW), and therefore do not have the right – more than for passenger cars of other brands in the group – for the new electric motor with a capacity of 156 horsepower. They are expected to be next year assembled in France in Order for ProAce (SEVEL Nord plant), I in Spain in Vigo for ProAce City. This update was also an opportunity for Toyota to introduce its ProAce Max large electric van, which complements the manufacturer’s European range at a lower price, as it is based on the Boxer, Jumper and Ducato, among others.

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