Compare performance (170 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or Toyota Proace City?
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.
Toyota Proace City is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,676 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
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 Nissan Primastar Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Nissan Primastar Transporter is markedly faster – reaching 178 km/h, while the Toyota Proace City tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Transporter delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 6.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is visibly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,860 kg. The difference is around 494 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Transporter offers clearly more capacity – up to 8,900 L, about 6,207 L more than the Toyota Proace City.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries markedly more – 1,173 kg compared to 829 kg. That’s a difference of about 344 kg.
The Toyota Proace City holds a solid overall lead 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 City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
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Price
36,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,860 - 2,075 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Length
4,401 - 4,751 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,971 - 2,486 mm
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Height
1,812 - 1,818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,200 - 8,900 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,126 - 2,693 L
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Payload
899 - 1,173 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, 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
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
160 - 178 km/h
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Max Speed
135 km/h
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Toyota
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