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Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • somewhat more power
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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Primastar Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,508 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.4 L/100km.

Caddy 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 somewhat more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers slightly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 60 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 601 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries noticeably more – 1,002 kg compared to 759 kg. That’s a difference of about 243 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van holds a decisive overall lead 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 £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 120 km
Nissan Primastar Bus
VW Caddy Compact Van

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Nissan Primastar Bus
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
181 - 182 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
9
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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