Compare performance (170 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Vauxhall Astra?
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.
Vauxhall Astra is markedly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,882 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 44 km more than the Nissan Interstar.
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 Vauxhall Astra offers a bit more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers marginally more torque with 380 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Vauxhall Astra offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is significantly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 945 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra 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.
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 Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
410 km
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
3
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 170 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Vauxhall
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