Video Summary
- The Toyota Proace City is essentially the same as the Peugeot Rifter.- It shares a platform with the Citroen Berlingo and Opel Combo, offering similar functionality.
- One reason the PSA group chose this model platform is because it can be mass produced for low cost.
- It is sold with three trim levels in Turkey: Dream, Flame X Pack, and Fashion X Pack (the tested model).
- The presenter indicated that automatic parking assist is an option.
- Powered by a 1.5-liter D series diesel engine, the car generates 130 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque.
- Weight is around 1550 kg. Maximum load is 734 kg.
- Toyota claims a 3000-liter trunk volume, likely with the safety cage removed.
- The car can be purchased with an 8-speed torque converter or a 6-speed manual transmission. The torque converter is Japanese made.
- There is not a 0-100 km/h speed listed, which the presenter will test himself. Top speed is 183 km/h.
- It has halogen headlights, but also active high beam assist. The headlights have a dark tint.
- There are air inlets on the bottom and fog lights on the side. Front parking sensors are included.
- It features 205/55/17 tires.
- The mirrors are piano black, but do not have signals on them.
- The vehicle has sliding doors. The doors have hard plastic surfaces, but small arm rests.
- Windows have sunshades. All windows can be opened.
- Head room is good. Seat backs are upright and uncomfortable.
- The three rear seats can each be folded down.
- The side of the back has a cup holder, a light, and 12V outlet.
- The top of the trunk can hold 10 kg.
- Automatic stop start cannot be adjusted through a button, which is disliked.
- Features a PSA infotainment system from 2013. The touchscreen runs smoothly, but is not a navigation display. There is no navigation system.
- Has digital climate control.
- There is a cupholder near the push to start ignition switch.
- Suspension has been given a "softer" touch. The reviewer indicated that the back is not as good.
- Good engine and transmission combination and quiet engine sounds.
- On the road, the steering feels lighter than it should be.
- Fuel economy is in the 7 liter range for city driving.
- It is necessary to add “Add Blue” fluid to the car, or a problem could be triggered.
- The collision control system triggers too easily.
- Reviewer indicates that he likes the fact that a long time car user also likes driving this vehicle. The Proace City's fuel economy is great on the road.
