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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Transporter or VW Arteon?

Nissan Primastar Transporter vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Nissan Primastar Transporter

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VW Arteon

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  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • slightly 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.

VW Arteon is barely cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 242 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Arteon

Engine and Performance:

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 VW Arteon offers substantially more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers barely more torque with 420 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Primastar Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is slightly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 541 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Nissan Primastar Transporter
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

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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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Nissan Primastar Transporter
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
178 - 184 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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