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Nissan Interstar vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Aston Martin DB12?

Nissan Interstar vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
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Aston Martin DB12

  • significantly more power
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Interstar is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 156,698 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Interstar uses 7.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

DB12

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 510 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

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: Aston Martin DB12 offers more seats – 4 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is somewhat lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 265 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 £36,200
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 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
Nissan Interstar
Aston Martin DB12

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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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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Nissan Interstar
Aston Martin DB12

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
3
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Aston Martin
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