New Toyota Proace Max now on sale
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Toyota has opened the order books for its new Proace Max, which it claims to be its first heavy-duty van.
The new model is part of Toyota’s shared venture with Stellantis and shares its bodywork and engines with models such as the Peugeot Boxer and Vauxhall Movano.
It comes with a choice of battery electric or diesel power, with the battery model developing 270PS and 410Nm of torque. It has a WLTP driving range of up to 260 miles, with three driving modes and multi-level regenerative braking controlled by steering wheel paddles.
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The electric Toyota Proace Max has a 110kWh lithium-ion battery, which can be charged from 10 to 80% in 55 minutes with a 150kW fast-charging system. All variants are equipped with an on-board 11kWh AC onboard charger for business or home charging.
Diesel models are all powered by a 140PS 2.2-litre engine with a choice of six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission.
The diesel-powered models have a gross weight of 3.5 tonnes and electric versions 4.25 tonnes, subject to licence derogation. Two body lengths and two heights are offered, with load volumes ranging from 11.5 to 17 cubic metres. All are ply-lined as standard.