Compare performance (177 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (56,100 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maxus T90 EV or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?
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 Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Maxus T90 EV costs 56,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,632 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van is visibly more efficient: consuming 20.9 kWh/100km compared to 26.8 kWh/100km for the Maxus T90 EV. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Maxus T90 EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 330 km, about 67 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.
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 Maxus T90 EV offers noticeably more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus T90 EV delivers noticeably more torque with 310 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is clearly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 976 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Maxus T90 EV carries moderately more – 925 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is far ahead 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.
The Maxus T90 EV arrives as a rugged electric pickup that blends practical utility with surprising refinement, ideal for buyers who want a capable workhorse without diesel fumes. Inside it feels modern and well thought out, while the electric powertrain delivers instant shove and a composed ride that proves going electric doesn't mean losing muscle or character.
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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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Price
56,100 £
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Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
330 km
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Electric Range
263 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,375 kg
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
925 kg
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
310 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
130 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Maxus
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Brand
Nissan
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