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Mitsubishi Space Star vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Nissan Interstar?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Nissan Interstar

  • considerably more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,307 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Interstar

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 Nissan Interstar offers considerably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers significantly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 278 Nm more.

Space Star

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly lighter – 940 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 1,113 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries clearly more – 1,447 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,047 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar 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 £36,000
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 410 km
Mitsubishi Space Star
Nissan Interstar

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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Mitsubishi Space Star
Nissan Interstar

Costs and Consumption

Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
36,000 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
0 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3,845 mm
Length
-
Width
1,665 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
102 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Nissan
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