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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

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  • substantially more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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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.

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

IONIQ 5

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.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,871 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 307 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

Townstar Compact Van

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 229 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers markedly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

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, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is visibly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.

from £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Nissan Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
263 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
571 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
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