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Mazda 2 vs Nissan Primastar Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (115 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (14200 £ vs 38500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Mazda 2

Nissan Primastar Bus

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 2 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14200 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24276 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 2 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.90 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Nissan Primastar Bus has a evident edge – offering 170 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 2 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Nissan Primastar Bus tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Primastar Bus pulls significantly stronger with 380 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 229 Nm difference.

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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 Bus offers clearly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mazda 2 is convincingly lighter – 1099 kg compared to 1952 kg. The difference is around 853 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Bus performs significantly better – up to 5700 L, which is about 4750 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Primastar Bus convincingly takes the win – 1002 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 565 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Bus is narrowly 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.

Mazda 2
Nissan Primastar Bus

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Nissan Primastar Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.9 - 8.8 L

Mazda 2

The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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Mazda 2
Nissan Primastar Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
14200 - 21700 £
Price
38500 - 63200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
181 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1099 - 1120 kg
Curb weight
1952 - 2527 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4080 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
1695 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
1515 mm
Height
1935 - 2040 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
4700 - 5700 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
543 - 1002 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.