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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Nissan Primastar Bus comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Nissan Primastar Bus: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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Nissan Primastar Bus

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vivaro

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.

Vauxhall Vivaro is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Primastar Bus

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 Vauxhall Vivaro offers barely more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 9 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is somewhat lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries a bit more – 1,226 kg compared to 1,002 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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.

from £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
181 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
9
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Nissan
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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