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Kia Ceed vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (23,500 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Kia Ceed vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Kia Ceed

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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • somewhat more power
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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.

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

Ceed

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.

Kia Ceed is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,500 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,046 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Ceed uses 6 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

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 Nissan Primastar Transporter offers somewhat more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 127 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, Kia Ceed is substantially lighter – 1,298 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 628 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 620 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed has only a minor advantage 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 £23,500
Ceed

Kia Ceed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 6.4 L/100km
Kia Ceed
Nissan Primastar Transporter

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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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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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Kia Ceed
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,500 - 26,300 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 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
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,298 - 1,372 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manual, 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
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
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