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Nissan Interstar vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (34,900 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Nissan Interstar vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • barely more efficient

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • very slightly lighter

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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is noticeably cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 34,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,987 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Interstar uses 7.4 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers marginally more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 34 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Interstar is clearly faster – reaching 177 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is very slightly lighter – 2,052 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers somewhat more capacity – up to 15,500 L, about 2,500 L more than the Nissan Interstar.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 1,447 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,194 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter holds a narrow 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 £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km
Nissan Interstar
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Nissan Interstar
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,900 - 55,700 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
175 - 410 km
Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
0 - 195 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,535 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,685 - 6,315 mm
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
2,498 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
10,800 - 13,000 L
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
965 - 1,447 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 170 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
115 - 177 km/h
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 125 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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