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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more power

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • somewhat more efficient
  • moderately lighter

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

Sprinter Transporter

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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,526 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 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 Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Primastar Transporter is considerably faster – reaching 178 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 88 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

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 3.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,860 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 6,600 L more than the Nissan Primastar Transporter.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 1,173 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,468 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter holds a decisive 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Nissan Primastar Transporter

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
36,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
178 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,860 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,971 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 8,900 L
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
899 - 1,173 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 178 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
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