Compare performance (170 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Mercedes Vito Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes Vito Bus is moderately cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,193 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 Mercedes Vito Bus 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 Vito Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 6.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is only slightly lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries very slightly more – 1,110 kg compared to 1,077 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.
The Mercedes Vito Bus holds a decisive overall lead 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 Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
178 - 184 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
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Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
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Length
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Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
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Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
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Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 170 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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