Compare performance (237 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (36300 £ vs 38500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or Nissan Primastar Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Bus has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 38500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2166 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Vito Bus manages with 6.70 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
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 Vito Bus has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Primastar Bus performs evident better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Bus pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 9 vs 8.
In curb weight, Nissan Primastar Bus is slight lighter – 1952 kg compared to 2023 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Bus performs a bit better – up to 5700 L, which is about 710 L more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus slight takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 1002 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes Vito Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Price
38500 - 63200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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co2
181 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
8
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Seats
6 - 9
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Curb weight
1952 - 2527 kg
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
5080 - 5480 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Height
1935 - 2040 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Max trunk capacity
4700 - 5700 L
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Payload
543 - 1002 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Nissan
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The Mercedes Vito Bus is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.