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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs Toyota Proace Bus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (170 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36500 £ vs 31600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Toyota Proace Bus?

Nissan Primastar Transporter

Toyota Proace Bus

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Proace Bus has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 36500 £. That’s a price difference of around 4910 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Proace Bus manages with 6.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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 Toyota Proace Bus has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Primastar Transporter performs slight better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Bus tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace Bus pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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: Toyota Proace Bus offers noticeable more seating capacity – 9 vs 6.

In curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is minimal lighter – 1835 kg compared to 1860 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Bus minimal takes the win – 1265 kg compared to 1173 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Proace Bus proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Proace Bus is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Proace Bus

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.5 - 6.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.2 - 24.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 218 - 343 km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Toyota Proace Bus

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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 Proace Bus

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.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Toyota Proace Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
36500 - 48500 £
Price
31600 - 57100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
178 - 206 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1860 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1835 - 2140 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Length
4983 - 5333 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1971 - 2486 mm
Height
1890 mm
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 8900 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
899 - 1173 kg
Payload
825 - 1265 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.30 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Nissan Primastar Transporter?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.