Compare performance (170 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Toyota Proace Bus?
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.
Toyota Proace Bus is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,910 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace Bus uses 6.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Proace Bus offers only slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Nissan Primastar Transporter is only slightly faster – reaching 178 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Bus tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Bus delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 6.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is barely lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 1,860 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries only slightly more – 1,265 kg compared to 1,173 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The Toyota Proace Bus 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.
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The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
218 - 343 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
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,860 - 2,075 kg
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Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Length
4,983 - 5,333 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,971 - 2,486 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 8,900 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
899 - 1,173 kg
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Payload
825 - 1,265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Max Speed
160 - 178 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 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
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Toyota
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