Compare performance (530 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 25,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Nissan Townstar?
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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,980 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Coupe uses 4.8 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
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 BMW 4 Series Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.6 s. That’s about 9.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 455 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar is barely lighter – 1,509 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 91 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Townstar offers considerably more boot space – 775 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 226 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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 BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
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Price
25,700 - 37,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
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Curb weight
1,509 - 2,041 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
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Length
4,488 - 4,911 mm
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,859 - 1,860 mm
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Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
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Height
1,838 - 1,869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,800 - 3,050 L
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 530 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 390 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Nissan
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