VS

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Lexus RC?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
details

Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
  • moderately lighter
details

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,805 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

RC

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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 294 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers noticeably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 140 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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is moderately lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries considerably more – 1,110 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 575 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter shows a few small advantages 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
details

Frequently compared as well

Nissan Primastar Transporter
Renault Trafic Transporter
VS
Nissan Primastar Transporter and Renault Trafic Transporter go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure …
Hyundai Staria
Nissan Primastar Transporter
VS
Hyundai Staria and Nissan Primastar Transporter go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the …
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis

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.

details
serpimg_SGxNPL

Reviews Nissan Primastar Transporter

No reviews yet. Share your experience and help others decide.

Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

details
60264-shot2-573458
60270-shot5-822640
60272-shot1-593442
60266-shot3-591662
60269-shot7-166007

Reviews Lexus RC

No reviews yet. Share your experience and help others decide.

Frequently compared as well

Nissan Primastar Transporter
VW Transporter Transporter
VS
Nissan Primastar Transporter and VW Transporter Transporter go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure …
Ford Tourneo Custom
Nissan Primastar Transporter
VS
Ford Tourneo Custom and Nissan Primastar Transporter go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the …
Lexus RC
Mercedes S-Class
VS
Lexus RC and Mercedes S-Class go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Lexus RC or the Mercedes …
Lexus RC
Suzuki S-Cross
VS
Lexus RC and Suzuki S-Cross go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Lexus RC or the Suzuki …
Lexus RC
XPeng G6
VS
Lexus RC and XPeng G6 go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Lexus RC or the XPeng G6 is the …
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Opel Vivaro
VS
Nissan Primastar Transporter and Opel Vivaro go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Nissan …
Nissan Primastar Transporter
VW Transporter Bus
VS
Nissan Primastar Transporter and VW Transporter Bus go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the …
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Lexus RC
VS
Ford Mustang Mach-E and Lexus RC go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Ford Mustang Mach-E …
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
-
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Primastar Transporter have?

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

DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.