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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Mercedes V Class?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • 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 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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,641 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

V Class

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 Mercedes V Class offers noticeably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 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.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is somewhat lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 266 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries moderately more – 1,110 kg compared to 908 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes V Class 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 £48,200
V Class

Mercedes V Class

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Mercedes V Class

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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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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

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