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Nissan Interstar vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Subaru Crosstrek?

Nissan Interstar vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • a bit more power
  • marginally more efficient
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly 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.

Subaru Crosstrek is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,254 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Interstar uses 7.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 Nissan Interstar offers a bit more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers significantly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 198 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: Subaru Crosstrek offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is visibly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 458 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 942 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar is far ahead overall 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 Crosstrek

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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 Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Nissan Interstar
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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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
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
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