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Nissan Interstar vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Nissan Interstar vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,802 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

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: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 558 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 962 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 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.

from £32,400
2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Nissan Interstar
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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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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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Nissan Interstar
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
BMW
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