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Lexus LM vs Nissan Townstar comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Nissan Townstar?

Lexus LM vs Nissan Townstar: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Nissan Townstar is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,869 £.

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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 Lexus LM offers clearly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LM is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

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 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar is a bit lighter – 2,041 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 304 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries marginally more – 594 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Townstar

Nissan Townstar

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 km
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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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Nissan Townstar

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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A fantastic model with true SUV character. Noticeably more space, generous luggage capacity and a high driving position — just like an SUV — and, best of all, finally a petrol engine (instead of the diesels the competition offers), which is a great alternative. LPG installation is possible, too.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
594 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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