Compare performance (237 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 38500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Nissan Primastar Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Transporter has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9714 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Vito Transporter manages with 6.80 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.90 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 Vito Transporter has a distinct 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 distinct better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Transporter pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers convincingly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is slight lighter – 1916 kg compared to 1952 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs a bit better – up to 6600 L, which is about 900 L more than the Nissan Primastar Bus.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Primastar Bus slightly takes the win – 1002 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Transporter is far 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.
The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.
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
28800 - 51600 £
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Price
38500 - 63200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
304 - 474 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 - 222 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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
2 - 5
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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
1916 - 2518 kg
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Curb weight
1952 - 2527 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4895 - 5390 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
1910 - 1945 mm
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Height
1935 - 2040 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
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Max trunk capacity
4700 - 5700 L
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Payload
547 - 884 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
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 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
120 - 140 km/h
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Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
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Torque
270 - 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
75 - 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 - 2025
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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 Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.