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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Ford Transit Transporter comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 67,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Ford Transit Transporter?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Ford Transit Transporter: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
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Ford Transit Transporter

  • noticeably more power
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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.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 67,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,786 £.

Transit Transporter

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 Ford Transit Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 430 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 6 people.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Transporter is clearly superior 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 £67,300
Transit Transporter

Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 269 HP
  • Electric Range 341 - 402 km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Ford Transit Transporter

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Ford Transit Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
67,300 - 73,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
341 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
184 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
430 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
135 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Ford
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