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Lexus LM vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Lexus LM vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • slightly more power
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,191 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Primastar Transporter

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 Lexus LM offers slightly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

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: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries considerably more – 1,110 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 575 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter 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 £43,500
Primastar Transporter

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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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
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 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
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 535 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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