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Nissan Primastar Bus vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or Subaru Crosstrek?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • somewhat more power
  • moderately more efficient
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Subaru Crosstrek

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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.

Subaru Crosstrek is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,424 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Bus uses 6.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 somewhat more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers substantially more torque with 380 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 198 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, Subaru Crosstrek is markedly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries clearly more – 1,002 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 497 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Bus 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 £45,300
Primastar Bus

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Bus
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Nissan Primastar Bus
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
-
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
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