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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Porsche Macan comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 89,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Porsche Macan?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Porsche Macan: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Porsche Macan

  • considerably 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:

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

Nissan Primastar Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 89,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,791 £.

Macan

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 Macan offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Macan delivers significantly more torque with 955 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 575 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,470 kg. The difference is around 544 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries considerably more – 1,110 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 640 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Macan stands well ahead of its rival 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.

£89,314
Macan

Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 571 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Porsche Macan

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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 Macan

The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
89,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
585 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
476 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,952 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
955 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

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