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Hyundai Tucson vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 24200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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

Tucson

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.

Hyundai Tucson has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 24200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3318 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.60 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs decisively better – achieving up to 289 km, about 219 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Townstar Compact Van

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 Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs slightly better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls distinct stronger with 379 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm difference.

Tucson

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 curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is to a small extent lighter – 1399 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs convincingly better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3101 L more than the Hyundai Tucson.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar Compact Van evident takes the win – 775 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

Hyundai Tucson
Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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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 Tucson
Nissan Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
24200 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
263 - 289 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1399 - 1908 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4488 - 4910 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1822 - 1854 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 4900 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
537 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.