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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 228 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Mercedes EQA?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • very slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes EQA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is very slightly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,351 £.

EQA

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 Mercedes EQA offers clearly more power – delivering 228 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQA delivers very slightly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 10 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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is marginally lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,115 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries substantially more – 1,110 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 685 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQA stands well ahead of its rival 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 £45,900
EQA

Mercedes EQA

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 228 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 476 km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Mercedes EQA

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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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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
476 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
425 kg

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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
228 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
168 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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