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Nissan Interstar vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Subaru BRZ?

Nissan Interstar vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • moderately more efficient
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Subaru BRZ

  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially 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.

Subaru BRZ is marginally cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 168 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Interstar uses 7.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers noticeably more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 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: Subaru BRZ offers more seats – 4 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 778 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,043 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar 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.

from £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
Nissan Interstar
Subaru BRZ

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Nissan Interstar
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
3
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
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Length
4,265 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
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