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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Transporter comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Mercedes Vito Transporter: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Primastar Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,741 £.

Both cars consume an average of 6.8 L/100km – no difference here.

Vito Transporter

Engine and Performance:

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 Transporter 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 Transporter delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 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, Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries clearly more – 1,110 kg compared to 884 kg. That’s a difference of about 226 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is far ahead overall 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 304 - 474 km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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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 Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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