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Nissan Townstar vs Nissan Primastar Transporter - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (130 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (25700 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or Nissan Primastar Transporter?
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Costs and Efficiency:
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.
Nissan Townstar has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 36500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10769 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Townstar manages with 6.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
Townstar
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 Nissan Primastar Transporter has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 170 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Townstar performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Nissan Primastar Transporter tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Primastar Transporter pulls evident stronger with 380 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
Townstar
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Nissan Townstar offers slightly more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.
In curb weight, Nissan Townstar is evident lighter – 1509 kg compared to 1860 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Primastar Transporter performs convincingly better – up to 8900 L, which is about 5850 L more than the Nissan Townstar.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Primastar Transporter significantly takes the win – 1173 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 532 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Nissan Primastar Transporter 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.
Nissan Townstar
Nissan Primastar Transporter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter
Nissan Townstar
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The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.
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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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Nissan Townstar
Nissan Primastar Transporter
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
25700 - 37700 £
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Price
36500 - 48500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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co2
178 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
3 - 6
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
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Curb weight
1860 - 2075 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4488 - 4911 mm
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Length
5080 - 5480 mm
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Width
1859 - 1860 mm
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Width
1956 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Height
1971 - 2486 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
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Max trunk capacity
3200 - 8900 L
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Payload
899 - 1173 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
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
122 - 130 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Nissan
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What drivetrain options does the Nissan Townstar have?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.