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Nissan Interstar vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or VW Touareg?

Nissan Interstar vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely lighter
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Interstar is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,148 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Touareg uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers substantially more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 361 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers substantially more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: VW Touareg offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is barely lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 751 kg. That’s a difference of about 696 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Touareg has only a minor advantage 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 £64,300
Touareg

VW Touareg

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 462 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 47 - 49 km
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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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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
119 - 239 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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,984 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
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
Is the Nissan Interstar offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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