Underbody protection – Engine compartment and Transmission housing – Steel – Toyota ProAce City 2019-present

De Steel Underbody Protection for Engine Compartment and Transmission Housing Toyota ProAce City (2019+) is an efficient combination plate that in a single base plate two critical zones protects: the engine block and the gearbox. Thanks to 3 mm thick steel, this skid plate offers high impact resistance against stones, curbs, and obstacles that your compact van or passenger car encounters daily on urban construction sites, courier routes, in taxi service, or during intensive daily city driving. Weighing 15,8 kg and featuring a two-zone combination, this is a logical and cost-effective solution for anyone equipping their ProAce City with complete front protection.

The advantages of a combination plate

Steeler has specifically designed this plate to both the engine compartment and the transmission housing to be covered in a single sheet. This offers several advantages compared to two separate sheets:

• Continuous protection without uncovered intermediate zone between engine and gearbox
• One product, one assembly – less assembly time and fewer mounting points
• Lower total price then two separate plates together
• Sleeker bottom finish – one plate often looks cleaner than two
• Practical for commercial use where simplicity, reliability, and downtime reduction are central

Toyota ProAce City: the compact van on the Stellantis platform

De Toyota Pro Ace City was introduced on the European market in 2019 as Toyota's smallest van — below the regular ProAce. It is a Toyota-rebadge of the Stellantis EMP2 Compact platformThe ProAce City shares its bodywork and technology with:

• Citroën Berlingo (K9, 3rd generation 2018+)
• Peugeot Partner / Rifter (3rd generation 2018+)
• Opel Combo Cargo / Life (E, from 2018)
• Fiat Doblo (3rd generation from 2022)

The ProAce City thereby joins Toyota's van range:

• Toyota Pro Ace City (this vehicle) – smallest, on Stellantis Berlingo platform
• Toyota ProAce / ProAce Verso – medium-sized, on Stellantis EMP2 platform
• Toyota ProAce Max – largest, on Stellantis Ducato platform

The ProAce City comes in two main versions, both of which are protected by this plate:

• Toyota Pro Ace City – the commercial vehicle version with cargo space
• Toyota ProAce City Verso – the passenger car version with windows and up to 7 seats

Important: exclusively for 1.5 BlueHDi diesel engine

Before ordering this product, it is crucial to check which engine version your ProAce City has. This product is suitable only for the 1.5 BlueHDi diesel engine — available in power variants of 75, 100, or 130 hp.

NOT suitable for:

• 1.2 PureTech petrol engines – unusual engine compartment geometry
• ProAce City Electric versions – no internal combustion engine, different underside components
• Any older or newer engine versions that do not fall under the 1.5 BlueHDi

You can recognize the 1.5 BlueHDi engine version by:

• “1.5 BlueHDi” mention on the vehicle registration certificate
• Diesel version (no electric charging system)
• Engine type designation “DV5” or similar

Unsure which engine your ProAce City has? Send us your registration certificate or the VIN number, and we will check it for you.

Why protect both the engine compartment and the transmission housing?

A combination plate covers two very expensive components at once, both with serious consequences if damaged:

Engine compartment:

• Damage to the oil pan – a cracked oil pan leads directly to oil leakage and engine failure
• Damage to the engine block itself – repairs can amount to many thousands of euros
• Damaged drive belt or water pump – breakdown en route, engine damage due to overheating

Transmission housing:

• Damage to the gearbox – costly replacement, easily a thousand euros or more
• Oil leak from the transmission – immediate failure; transmission oil is essential for lubrication
• Damage to transmission sensors – can cause engine management problems

Common consequences of damage to these zones:

• MOT failure in case of oil leakage or visible damage
• Downtime costs for commercial use (critical for couriers, taxis, and healthcare transport)
• Loss of income for the self-employed
• Impossibility to transport passengers (ProAce City Verso) — taxi and medical transport come to an immediate halt

Vehicle-specific for the ProAce City 2019+

This base plate is specifically designed for the Toyota ProAce City within the construction yeararbPeriod 2019 through the present — the Stellantis EMP2 Compact platform in its Toyota-version. The chassis mounting points and engine compartment+transmission geometry align exactly with this version, allowing for installation without modifications to the bodywork.

Why a steel base plate?

For commercially deployed compact vans, steel offers the most robust form of protection:

• Maximum impact resistance – resistant to hard blows from stones and obstacles along the way
• Long lifespan – resistant to years of intensive urban and commercial use
• Deforms upon extreme impact instead of breaking – effectively protects engine and gearbox
• Cheaper alternative than aluminium with comparable protection
• Easy to repair – for small dents, repairs are relatively simple

Custom designed

The plate is shaped to precisely follow the engine bay and transmission housing of the ProAce City, while maintaining ground clearance. This ensures a tight fit with the chassis structure without taking up space around other components such as engine sensors, wiring harnesses, or seals.

What is this base plate used for?

The ProAce City is deployed for various applications, whicharbwhen combined engine and transmission protection provides added value:

• Courier and parcel deliverers – daily urban deployment across various surfaces, curbs, and parking spaces
• Urban logistics – fast deliveries in compact urban environments
• Service vans – installation, maintenance, and mechanic companies with daily routes
• Taxi and shuttle companies – ProAce City Verso versions for passenger transport
• Healthcare transport – ProAce City Verso for 5-7 passengers in care institutions or customized transport
• Camper conversions – ProAce City camper builds as a compact mini-camper
• Vehicle fleet companies – where reliability and downtime limitation are critical
• Mobile workshops – small versions for specialized tools
• Construction companies and contractors – deployment on construction sites, sites with rubble and metal scraps
• Agricultural companies – farmyards, meadows and unpaved roads

The benefits at a glance

• 3 mm thick steel – maximum impact resistance
• 15,8 kg – substantial protection capacity
• Combination plate – protects engine compartment AND transmission housing in a single plate
• Fit specific to Toyota ProAce City 2019+
• Fits both ProAce City (commercial vehicle) and ProAce City Verso (passenger car)
• Suitable for 1.5 BlueHDi diesel engine (75, 100 or 130 hp)
• Prevents costly engine and transmission damage
• Limited downtime costs for commercial use
• Fast delivery time: up to 19 working days + shipping
• Custom designed for an exact fit
• No modifications to the vehicle are necessary.
• High-quality European production

Installation

For correct alignment and a tight fit in the engine compartment and transmission zone, we recommend installation in a professionally equipped workshop. Correct alignment is essential to prevent interference with engine sensors, wiring harnesses, seals around the engine compartment, and the driveshaft to the gearbox. Our mechanics will be happy to assist you via our installation service.

Important issues

• Vehicle — ProAce City (commercial vehicle): year of manufacture 2019+
• Vehicle — ProAce City Verso (passenger car): year of manufacture 2019+
• NOT suitable for 1.2 PureTech petrol engines – check your engine before purchase
• NOT suitable for ProAce City Electric – electric versions have different bottom components
• Engine: exclusively for 1.5 BlueHDi diesel engine (75, 100 or 130 hp)
• Maintenance: Check the mounting bolts regularly, especially after heavy off-road use.
• Additional protection: covers engine compartment and transmission housing; for fuel tank or other zones, please contact us if Steeler has released additional records
• Specifications: For exact dimensions, technology, or assembly time, please contact us.

Order directly from 4YourCar

Order your Steel Underbody Protection for Engine Compartment and Transmission Housing from Toyota ProAce City 2019+ easily online via 4YourCar.nl. Delivery is typically up to 19 working days plus shipping — faster delivery than many other underbody protection products in our range. Unsure about your engine version (1.5 BlueHDi diesel or 1.2 PureTech petrol) or trim level (ProAce City or Verso)? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help.