Compare performance (136 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (20,800 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace City or Nissan Primastar Bus?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Proace City is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,531 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
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 Bus offers a bit more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is substantially lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 677 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries slightly more – 1,002 kg compared to 829 kg. That’s a difference of about 173 kg.
The Toyota Proace City holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
343 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
9
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
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
102 - 136 HP
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Power HP
150 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Nissan
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