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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Hyundai Staria comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Hyundai Staria?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Hyundai Staria: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • slightly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Hyundai Staria

  • barely cheaper
  • visibly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Staria is barely cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,095 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Staria

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 Hyundai Staria offers visibly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers barely more torque with 380 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 13 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: Hyundai Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 349 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries noticeably more – 1,110 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 335 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Staria sits just 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 £42,400
Staria

Hyundai Staria

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Hyundai Staria

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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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Hyundai Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Hyundai Staria

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.6 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
-
co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
7 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
605 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
367 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
165 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Hyundai
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