Compare performance (517 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (59200 £ vs 24200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?
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 Compact Van has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24200 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34945 £.
When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 18.50 kWh per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BYD Han performs decisively better – achieving up to 521 km, about 232 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Han has a convincingly edge – offering 517 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs minimal better – reaching 183 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BYD Han pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 455 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1399 kg compared to 2325 kg. The difference is around 926 kg.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar Compact Van convincingly takes the win – 775 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 440 kg.
The Nissan Townstar Compact Van sits just ahead 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.
The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.
detailsThe Nissan Townstar is a smart, no-nonsense compact van that makes city running and tight deliveries feel almost effortless thanks to tidy packaging and clever storage. It keeps things sensible on the wallet and the road, offering a comfortable driving position and useful tech without flashy frills — the kind of workhorse you'll actually enjoy parking at the kerb.
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Price
59200 - 62200 £
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Price
24200 - 39900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
521 km
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Electric Range
263 - 289 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 159 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2325 kg
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Curb weight
1399 - 1908 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4995 mm
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Length
4488 - 4910 mm
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Width
1910 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1495 mm
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Height
1822 - 1854 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 4900 L
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Payload
335 kg
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Payload
537 - 775 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
-
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Nissan
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.