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Verdict
People carrier twin of the Citroën Berlingo, Peugeot Rifter and Opel Combo Life, built on the Stellantis platform, with a 775 L boot in the five-seat Medium version and 4 Euro NCAP stars. The petrol versions share engines with documented serious faults (timing belt and oil on the 1.2 turbo, timing chain on the 1.5 diesel): check the service history. The electric version announces 280 km WLTP.
- Reliability
- 3.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €18,000 – €20,000
- Monthly cost
- €493
- Euro NCAP
- 4/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.2 110.
1.2 110
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 110 hp · 7.1 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1
1.2 turbo petrol with 110 hp, manual gearbox. Prefer a car with a fully invoiced service history.
Engine: Stellantis 1.2 PureTech (EB2)
Verdict on this engine: Buy with care
1.2 130 BVA8
Petrol · Automatic · 130 hp · Crit'Air 1
1.2 turbo petrol with 130 hp, 8-speed automatic gearbox. The same precautions as for the 110 hp.
Engine: Stellantis 1.2 PureTech (EB2)
Verdict on this engine: Buy with care
1.5 D-4D 100
Diesel · Manual · 100 hp · Crit'Air 2
1.5 diesel with 100 hp, manual gearbox. Check the recalls and the follow-up on the timing chain.
Engine: Stellantis 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
1.5 D-4D 130
Diesel · Manual · 130 hp · Crit'Air 2
1.5 diesel with 130 hp, manual gearbox. Check the recalls and the follow-up on the timing chain.
Engine: Stellantis 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
1.5 D-4D 130 BVA8
Diesel · Automatic · 130 hp · Crit'Air 2
1.5 diesel with 130 hp, 8-speed automatic gearbox. Check the recalls and the follow-up on the timing chain.
Engine: Stellantis 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
Electric 136
Electric · Automatic · 136 hp · Crit'Air green
Electric with 136 hp, 50 kWh battery, 280 km WLTP range announced; the EV Market guide considers this figure optimistic in real use. Little track record on this model.
Market prices
€18,000 – €20,000
Indicative range: 2020 to 2026, yearly medians of 48 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Deterioration of the "wet" timing belt (1.2 PureTech)
Severity 3/3 · SeriousOn the 1.2 PureTech, the timing belt runs in oil and can disintegrate. Its debris blocks the oil strainer, which causes oil pressure to drop and can destroy the engine. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions, and introduced a new-generation belt in June 2022.
- Versions
- 1.2 110, 1.2 130 BVA8
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Sources
- Extension de garantie sur les moteurs PureTech — Test-Achats (new tab)
- Le moteur PureTech profite d'une extension de garantie — Caradisiac (new tab)
- 1.2 PureTech : Stellantis prêt à dialoguer avec les plaignants ? — J2R Auto (new tab)
- Propriétaires de moteurs PureTech : ce voyant cache une panne — L'Automobiliste (new tab)
Excessive oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyBesides belt wear, the 1.2 PureTech is known for consuming a lot of oil, which can lead to engine damage if the level is not monitored. According to Caradisiac, engines built since 2023 are no longer affected.
- Versions
- 1.2 110, 1.2 130 BVA8
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Premature wear of the timing chain (1.5 BlueHDi)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyOn the 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5), the timing chain can stretch prematurely because of oil carbonisation; the first sign is a rattle on a cold start. A break can damage the engine. Vehicles built between 6 December 2017 and 31 January 2023 are subject to a recall.
- Versions
- 1.5 D-4D 100, 1.5 D-4D 130, 1.5 D-4D 130 BVA8
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Toyota Proace City Verso”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €175 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €93 |
| Maintenance | €35 |
| Depreciation | €190 |
| Total per month | €493 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Consumption taken from a published range (depends on trim and tyres).
- Insurance: brand average, as no average is published for this model.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€175
1.2 110 version: combined consumption of 7.1 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
7.1 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €175
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€93
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€35
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€190
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Toyota Proace City Verso I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Ask for the service invoices: oil changes at the correct interval with the recommended oil, and belt checks (PureTech).
- Check the oil level when cold and ask whether topping up is needed between oil changes.
- Ask a dealer of the brand, using the serial number, which recalls have been carried out and whether the car is eligible for warranty extensions.
- 1.5 BlueHDi diesel: listen to the cold start; a rattle can indicate a loose chain.
- Check the length (Medium or Long) and the number of seats: the announced boot goes from 775 L (Medium, 5 seats) to 1,050 L (Long, 5 seats).
- Electric: ask for the battery state report and test the real range, which is considered lower than the announced 280 km WLTP.
Questions to ask the seller
- Do you have all the service invoices, with the oil references used?
- Has the timing belt (or the chain on the 1.5 diesel) been checked or replaced?
- Does the car consume oil between oil changes?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
Photo: Lüko Willms, CC BY-SA 3.0
Opel Combo Life
E · since 2018
- Price
- €14,000 – €16,200
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Photo: KGC626, CC BY-SA 4.0
Citroën C4 Picasso
II · 2013–2022
- Price
- €6,990 – €14,130
- Reliability
- 2.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Photo: M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de
Dacia Lodgy
I · 2012–2022
- Price
- €5,990 – €16,490
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Toyota Proace City Verso I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What Euro NCAP rating does the Toyota Proace City Verso have?
4 stars according to the Euro NCAP assessment of the Proace City commercial vehicles; it highlights safety systems that are limited compared with the competition.
What is the boot capacity of the Proace City Verso?
According to Toyota France announcements, 775 L in the Medium version and 1,050 L in the Long version, with 5 seats.
Is the Proace City Verso a clone of another model?
Yes, it comes from the partnership between Toyota and PSA and is based on the Berlingo, Rifter and Combo Life (Motor1, Autotijd).
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