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Nissan Interstar vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Suzuki Vitara?

Nissan Interstar vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

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Suzuki Vitara

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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Suzuki Vitara is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,588 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Vitara uses 5.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 16 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

Vitara

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 Suzuki Vitara offers very slightly more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers moderately more torque with 380 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 73 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: Suzuki Vitara offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is significantly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 798 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,022 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Nissan Interstar
Suzuki Vitara

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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Nissan Interstar
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
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
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Suzuki
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