Compare performance (170 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Lucid Air?
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.
Nissan Primastar Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,383 £.
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 Lucid Air offers substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 1,081 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is significantly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Nissan Primastar Transporter tops out at 178 km/h. The difference is around 152 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 1,560 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Primastar Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,860 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries clearly more – 1,173 kg compared to 588 kg. That’s a difference of about 585 kg.
The Lucid Air is decisively ahead 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.
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 Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
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Price
36,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
178 - 206 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,860 - 2,075 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,971 - 2,486 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 8,900 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
899 - 1,173 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
160 - 178 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Lucid
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