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Mercedes A Class vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (421 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Mercedes A Class vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes A Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,955 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

Primastar Transporter

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 Mercedes A Class offers clearly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is clearly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 486 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries considerably 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 Mercedes A Class is clearly superior 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 £32,600
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
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Mercedes A Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 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
85 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
53 - 205 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
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 485 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
Is the Mercedes A Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes A Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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