Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015) vs Honda BR-V 1.5 V CVT Navi (2017)

Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015) vs Honda BR-V 1.5 V CVT Navi (2017): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer who needs a work‑horse cargo van, the 2015 Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo is the clear choice. It offers a far larger interior (5.08 m length, 2.285 m height) and a dedicated cargo layout with only three seats, making it far more practical for transporting goods or equipment. Its 2.5‑L turbo‑charged diesel delivers 129 PS and a massive 356 Nm of torque at low revs, giving it superior pulling power and fuel efficiency for heavy loads compared to the 1.5‑L naturally aspirated gasoline engine in the Honda BR‑V, which only produces 120 PS and 145 Nm. Although the Urvan is discontinued, its price of ₱1,158,000 is only slightly higher than the ₱1,149,000 Honda, and both carry the same 100,000 km/3‑year warranty. The Honda BR‑V, with its five‑door crossover body, unibody construction and CVT, is better suited for families or city commuters who need seating for up to seven passengers and a more car‑like driving experience, but it lacks the cargo capacity and low‑end torque essential for commercial use. Choose the Nissan if cargo volume, torque and durability are priorities; opt for the Honda if you need a family‑oriented, fuel‑efficient crossover for daily commuting.