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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Ford Transit Connect comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Ford Transit Connect?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Ford Transit Connect: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • noticeably more power
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Ford Transit Connect

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Transit Connect is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,719 £.

Transit Connect

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Primastar Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers somewhat 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 Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries noticeably more – 1,110 kg compared to 780 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter 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 £43,500
Primastar Transporter

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

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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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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Ford Transit Connect

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
775 - 780 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Nissan
Brand
Ford
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