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Nissan Primastar Bus vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or Genesis GV80?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • clearly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Primastar Bus is markedly cheaper – starting at 45,300 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,053 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Bus uses 6.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

GV80

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis GV80 offers clearly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers markedly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 208 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: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,043 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries visibly more – 1,002 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 312 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 stands out in the key areas 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 £59,400
GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Bus
Genesis GV80

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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Nissan Primastar Bus
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Genesis
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