Compare performance (170 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (36500 £ vs 44600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Peugeot 508?
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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8097 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.
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 Peugeot 508 has a significantly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Nissan Primastar Transporter tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 pulls evident stronger with 520 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.
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 somewhat more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, Peugeot 508 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1811 kg compared to 1860 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Transporter performs clearly better – up to 8900 L, which is about 7363 L more than the Peugeot 508.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Primastar Transporter clearly takes the win – 1173 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 704 kg.
The Peugeot 508 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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.
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Price
36500 - 48500 £
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Price
44600 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
46 - 55 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
36 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1860 - 2075 kg
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Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Length
5080 - 5480 mm
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Length
4750 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1971 - 2486 mm
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Height
1403 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3200 - 8900 L
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Max trunk capacity
1537 L
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Payload
899 - 1173 kg
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Payload
379 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
1997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Nissan Primastar Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive.