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Nissan Primastar Bus vs VW Transporter Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (170 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 37500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or VW Transporter Transporter?

Nissan Primastar Bus

VW Transporter Transporter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Transporter Transporter has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £, while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 38500 £. That’s a price difference of around 981 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Primastar Bus manages with 6.90 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.10 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Transporter Transporter has a significantly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Primastar Bus performs a bit better – reaching 180 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Transporter pulls slight stronger with 415 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

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 decisively more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is hardly perceptible lighter – 1872 kg compared to 1952 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Transporter Transporter clearly perceptible takes the win – 1259 kg compared to 1002 kg. That’s a difference of about 257 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Transporter shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £37,500
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.1 - 8.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 24.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 56 - 331 km
Nissan Primastar Bus
VW Transporter Transporter

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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 Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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Nissan Primastar Bus
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
38500 - 63200 £
Price
37500 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
181 - 232 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6 - 9
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1952 - 2527 kg
Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
2032 mm
Height
1935 - 2040 mm
Height
1966 - 1985 mm
Max trunk capacity
4700 - 5700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
543 - 1002 kg
Payload
755 - 1259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
161 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Primastar Bus have?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.