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Mercedes EQV vs Nissan Primastar Bus comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Mercedes EQV vs Nissan Primastar Bus: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • moderately more power
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Nissan Primastar Bus

  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQV

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Primastar Bus is slightly cheaper – starting at 45,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,418 £.

Primastar Bus

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 Mercedes EQV offers moderately more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers very slightly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

EQV

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 more seats – 9 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Bus is markedly lighter – 2,043 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries somewhat more – 1,002 kg compared to 834 kg. That’s a difference of about 168 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQV holds a narrow overall lead 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 £50,700
EQV

Mercedes EQV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 244 - 364 km
Mercedes EQV
Nissan Primastar Bus

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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.

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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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Mercedes EQV
Nissan Primastar Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
181 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
6
Seats
9
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
365 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
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