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Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or VW Polo?

Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW Polo: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Bus

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VW Polo

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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

VW Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,071 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

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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 VW Polo offers moderately more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

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

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 900 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries significantly more – 1,002 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 545 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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 £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Bus
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Nissan Primastar Bus
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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