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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • somewhat more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is barely cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 5.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 137 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

Townstar Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers only slightly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is moderately lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,399 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries markedly more – 775 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 309 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly superior 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.

from £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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The 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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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
263 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
571 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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