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BYD ETP3 vs Nissan Townstar comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Nissan Townstar?

BYD ETP3 vs Nissan Townstar: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • noticeably lighter
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Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

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.

BYD ETP3 is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,225 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Townstar offers a bit more range – reaching up to 265 km, about 32 km more than the BYD ETP3.

Townstar

Engine and Performance:

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 BYD ETP3 offers moderately more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Townstar delivers clearly more torque with 245 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 65 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.

Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is noticeably lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,041 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 594 kg. That’s a difference of about 186 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar shows a few small advantages 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 £35,800
Townstar

Nissan Townstar

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 km
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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Nissan Townstar

The 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.

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A fantastic model with true SUV character. Noticeably more space, generous luggage capacity and a high driving position — just like an SUV — and, best of all, finally a petrol engine (instead of the diesels the competition offers), which is a great alternative. LPG installation is possible, too.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4,460 mm
Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
594 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Nissan
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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