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Nissan Interstar vs Nissan Primastar Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (170 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (34900 £ vs 38500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Nissan Interstar

Nissan Primastar Bus

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

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Interstar has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34900 £, while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 38500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3561 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Primastar Bus manages with 6.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.40 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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 has a edge – offering compared to . That’s roughly more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Primastar Bus performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Nissan Interstar tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.

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: Nissan Primastar Bus offers evident more seating capacity – 9 vs 7.

In curb weight, Nissan Primastar Bus is slight lighter – 1952 kg compared to 2053 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Interstar performs decisively better – up to 14800 L, which is about 9100 L more than the Nissan Primastar Bus.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Interstar noticeable takes the win – 1447 kg compared to 1002 kg. That’s a difference of about 445 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Nissan Interstar shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,900
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Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.4 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 175 - 410 km
Nissan Interstar
Nissan Primastar Bus

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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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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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Nissan Interstar
Nissan Primastar Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
34900 - 55700 £
Price
38500 - 63200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
175 - 410 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 195 g/km
co2
181 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2053 - 2535 kg
Curb weight
1952 - 2527 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5680 - 6315 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
2080 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
2498 - 2756 mm
Height
1935 - 2040 mm
Max trunk capacity
5200 - 14800 L
Max trunk capacity
4700 - 5700 L
Payload
965 - 1447 kg
Payload
543 - 1002 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 170 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
115 - 177 km/h
Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 125 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Interstar have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.