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BMW 7 Series vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Nissan Interstar?

BMW 7 Series vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
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Nissan Interstar

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Interstar is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,612 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers considerably more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 330 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Interstar

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

7 Series

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: BMW 7 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is very slightly lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries clearly more – 1,447 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 782 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar is barely ahead 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 £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
BMW 7 Series
Nissan Interstar

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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BMW 7 Series
Nissan Interstar

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
410 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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