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Hyundai Nexo vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Hyundai Nexo vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

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  • somewhat more power
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Nexo

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 Primastar Transporter is markedly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,391 £.

Primastar Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Nexo offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers only slightly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Nexo

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is only slightly lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 625 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo 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 £59,900
Nexo

Hyundai Nexo

  • Engine Type Hydrogen
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
Hyundai Nexo
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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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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Hyundai Nexo
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
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