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Nissan Interstar vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Nissan Interstar vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Interstar

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.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,107 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers substantially more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 335 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

Rocks Electric

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 Nissan Interstar offers considerably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers considerably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

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 Interstar offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 1,495 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,305 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Nissan Interstar
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Nissan Interstar
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 54,600 £
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
142 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Vauxhall
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