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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs SsangYong Musso comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 28,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or SsangYong Musso?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs SsangYong Musso: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • markedly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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SsangYong Musso

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SsangYong Musso is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,700 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,818 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the SsangYong Musso with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Musso offers a bit more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Musso delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 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, Nissan Primastar Transporter is barely lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,045 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries only slightly more – 1,110 kg compared to 1,010 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Musso sits just 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.

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SsangYong Musso

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
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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 Musso is a no-nonsense pickup that blends rugged capability with surprisingly comfy cabin manners, perfect for buyers who want practicality over prestige. It may not turn heads at the coffee stop, but its sensible layout, useful load space and low running costs make it a very pragmatic choice for workdays and weekends.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
28,700 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
221 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,260 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,095 - 5,405 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
-
Height
1,840 - 1,855 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
785 - 1,010 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
183 - 187 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
149 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
SsangYong
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Primastar Transporter have?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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