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Nissan Primastar Transporter vs VW Transporter Bus – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Nissan Primastar Transporter meets VW Transporter Bus.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

Nissan Primastar Transporter has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £, while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5004 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Transporter Bus manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 6 L per 100 km.

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 VW Transporter Bus has a decisively edge – offering 286 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Transporter Bus performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Nissan Primastar Transporter tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Transporter Bus pulls barely noticeable stronger with 415 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 6.

In curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is hardly perceptible lighter – 1860 kg compared to 1998 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Transporter performs decisively better – up to 8900 L, which is about 4895 L more than the VW Transporter Bus.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Primastar Transporter hardly perceptible takes the win – 1173 kg compared to 1143 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Transporter Bus shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,500
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VW Transporter Bus

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 9.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.4 - 24.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 87 - 324 km
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

The Nissan Primastar Transporter is a versatile vehicle that combines practicality with a modern design, making it an ideal choice for businesses in need of reliable transportation. Its spacious interior offers ample room for cargo, providing flexibility for a range of commercial needs. With efficient performance and a comfortable driving experience, the Primastar stands out as a robust option in the competitive van market.

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VW Transporter Bus

The VW Transporter Bus from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is a versatile and reliable choice for both business and leisure purposes. It offers ample space and a flexible interior, making it ideal for transporting passengers or goods comfortably. The vehicle combines practicality with modern styling, ensuring it meets the demands of everyday use while maintaining an eye-catching appearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36500 - 48500 £
Price
41500 - 85100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
178 - 206 g/km
co2
0 - 229 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
4 - 8
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1860 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1998 - 2620 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Length
4973 - 5450 mm
Width
1956 mm
Width
1941 - 2032 mm
Height
1971 - 2486 mm
Height
1907 - 1997 mm
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 8900 L
Max trunk capacity
3672 - 4005 L
Payload
899 - 1173 kg
Payload
330 - 1143 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1997 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Nissan Primastar Transporter?

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

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