Compare performance (170 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or Mercedes Vito Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes Vito Bus is visibly cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,999 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
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: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 8.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries only slightly more – 1,077 kg compared to 1,002 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus 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.
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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The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
9
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Seats
8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 170 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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