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Mercedes EQV vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?

Mercedes EQV vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQV costs 50,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,290 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van is markedly more efficient: consuming 20.9 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQV. That’s a difference of about 6.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQV offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 364 km, about 101 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 Mercedes EQV offers visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQV delivers clearly more torque with 365 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes EQV offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is substantially lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 1,267 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries barely more – 834 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is slightly ahead 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 £29,500
Townstar Compact Van

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 263 km
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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
263 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
571 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
365 Nm
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQV have?

The Mercedes EQV is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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