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Audi A1 vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Audi A1 vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Audi A1

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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,552 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Primastar Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 offers slightly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers slightly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Primastar Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is substantially lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 751 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries considerably more – 1,110 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 640 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Audi A1
Nissan Primastar Transporter

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter

The Nissan Primastar is a no-nonsense transporter that pairs rugged practicality with a surprisingly civilized cabin, so you arrive with your tools — and your temper — intact. It may not steal glances at the lights, but its sensible layout and dependable nature make it the kind of van you’ll happily rely on day in, day out.

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Audi A1
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Nissan
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