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Ford Transit Courier vs Nissan Townstar - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (136 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (18900 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Courier or Nissan Townstar?
Transit Courier
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Ford Transit Courier has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18900 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6784 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Courier manages with 5.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Courier: with 17.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the Ford Transit Courier performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 293 km, about 12 km more than the Nissan Townstar.
Townstar
Engine and Performance:
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 Ford Transit Courier has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Courier pulls to a small extent stronger with 290 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.
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Transit Courier
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 evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Ford Transit Courier is noticeable lighter – 1230 kg compared to 1509 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar performs hardly perceptible better – up to 3050 L, which is about 150 L more than the Ford Transit Courier.
When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Courier barely noticeable takes the win – 710 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Transit Courier proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Transit Courier is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £18,900
Ford Transit Courier
Ford Transit Courier
Nissan Townstar
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Ford Transit Courier
The Ford Transit Courier is a compact, city-friendly van that hides surprising practicality behind a neat, no-nonsense exterior. Ideal for small businesses and urban runs, it pairs easy maneuverability and clever load solutions with a colleague-friendly driving position — proof that you don't need a giant van to get big jobs done.
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Nissan Townstar
5 (1 Reviews)
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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Ford Transit Courier
Nissan Townstar
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
18900 - 31100 £
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Price
25700 - 37700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
293 km
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Battery Capacity
43.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 - 158 g/km
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1230 - 1549 kg
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Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Length
4337 - 4344 mm
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Length
4488 - 4911 mm
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Width
1800 - 1813 mm
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Width
1859 - 1860 mm
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Height
1819 - 1839 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2400 - 2900 L
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Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
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Payload
529 - 710 kg
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 136 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 100 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, A, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Nissan
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What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Courier?
The Ford Transit Courier is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.