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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Toyota Corolla?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

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Toyota Corolla

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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly 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.

Toyota Corolla is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,946 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers very slightly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

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, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 506 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 660 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla 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.

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Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
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Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
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