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Nissan Primastar Bus vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • visibly more power
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,156 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Kangoo Compact Van

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 Primastar Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers clearly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 110 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: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1,639 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries somewhat more – 1,002 kg compared to 901 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van 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 £25,200
Kangoo Compact Van

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 122 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 279 - 284 km
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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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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption
Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
9
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
670 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Primastar Bus have?

The Nissan Primastar Bus is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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