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Honda Civic vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Honda Civic vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Honda Civic is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,038 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 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 Honda Civic offers only slightly more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 380 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 65 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, Honda Civic is markedly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 409 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 713 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic is far ahead overall 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 £32,500
Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5 L/100km
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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Reviews Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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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
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Honda Civic?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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