Compare performance (131 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (23000 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Nissan Townstar?
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.
Mercedes T Class has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23000 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2738 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes T Class manages with 5.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes T Class has a minimal edge – offering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes T Class is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 11.60 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes T Class performs slight better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes T Class pulls minimal stronger with 270 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Townstar offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Nissan Townstar is barely noticeable lighter – 1509 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Townstar offers evident more room – 775 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes T Class performs somewhat better – up to 3600 L, which is about 550 L more than the Nissan Townstar.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar hardly perceptible takes the win – 641 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
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.
The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23000 - 30500 £
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Price
25700 - 37700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
135 - 167 g/km
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1556 - 1678 kg
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Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Length
4498 - 4922 mm
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Length
4488 - 4911 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1859 - 1860 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2127 - 3600 L
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Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
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Payload
521 - 630 kg
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 131 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Max Speed
164 - 184 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
200 - 270 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Nissan
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The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.