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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Porsche Boxster?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
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Porsche Boxster

  • significantly more power
  • markedly lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,505 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Porsche Boxster offers significantly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Primastar Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is markedly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 441 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries substantially more – 1,110 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 840 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter is decisively ahead 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 £43,500
Primastar Transporter

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Porsche Boxster

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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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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 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
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Porsche
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