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Lexus RC vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Lexus RC vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,805 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5 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 RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 294 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

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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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is somewhat lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries substantially 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 has the upper hand 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 RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 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
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,710 mm
Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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