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Nissan Primastar Bus vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or Renault Mégane?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

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Renault Mégane

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • somewhat 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 Mégane is markedly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,272 £.

Mégane

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 Renault Mégane offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Mégane is somewhat lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries substantially more – 1,002 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 556 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane 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.

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Mégane

Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 452 km
Nissan Primastar Bus
Renault Mégane

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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 Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Nissan Primastar Bus
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
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Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault
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