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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs BMW 5 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs BMW 5 Series Saloon: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • a bit cheaper
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BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Primastar Transporter is a bit cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,905 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

5 Series Saloon

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 BMW 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 557 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan Primastar Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is barely lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 510 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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 £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

The Nissan Primastar is a no-nonsense transporter that pairs rugged practicality with a surprisingly civilized cabin, so you arrive with your tools — and your temper — intact. It may not steal glances at the lights, but its sensible layout and dependable nature make it the kind of van you’ll happily rely on day in, day out.

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The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
425 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Primastar Transporter have?

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

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