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Nissan Interstar vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Nissan Interstar vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 Vito Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,377 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers a bit more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 64 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

Vito Transporter

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes Vito Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Transporter delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 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: Mercedes Vito Transporter offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is very slightly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries noticeably more – 1,447 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 563 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 304 - 474 km
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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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The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Nissan Interstar
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Nissan Interstar offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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