Compare performance (435 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Renault Trafic Transporter?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Trafic Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,100 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,751 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Trafic Transporter is somewhat more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers markedly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 99 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.
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 Ariya offers substantially more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries clearly more – 1,222 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 859 kg.
The Nissan Ariya is clearly superior 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 Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
detailsThe Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.
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Price
54,800 £
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Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 km
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3 - 6
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,277 kg
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Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
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Trunk capacity
415 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
363 kg
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Payload
899 - 1,222 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 HP
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Power HP
122 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
600 Nm
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Torque
245 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
320 kW
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Power kW
90 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Renault
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