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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Vivaro is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Transporter costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,322 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Primastar Transporter

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 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 marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is moderately lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 1,926 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries only slightly more – 1,226 kg compared to 1,110 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is clearly superior 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 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 Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 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
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Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 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
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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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