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Mercedes T Class vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Mercedes T Class vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • markedly more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

T Class

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 T Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,556 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 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 Nissan Primastar Transporter offers markedly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

T Class

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 T Class is markedly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 480 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes T Class sits just ahead 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.

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T Class

Mercedes T Class

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Mercedes T Class
Nissan Primastar Transporter

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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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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 T Class
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
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