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Audi Q8 vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Audi Q8 vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Audi Q8

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,791 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 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 Q8 offers considerably more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 470 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 470 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, Nissan Primastar Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries substantially more – 1,110 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 445 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 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.

from £77,300
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Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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