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MG Marvel R vs Nissan Townstar comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG Marvel R or Nissan Townstar?

MG Marvel R vs Nissan Townstar: Key differences

MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
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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

Marvel R

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 slightly cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,432 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG Marvel R is very slightly more efficient: consuming 19.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MG Marvel R offers visibly more range – reaching up to 402 km, about 137 km more than the Nissan Townstar.

Townstar

Engine and Performance:

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 MG Marvel R offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers substantially more torque with 665 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

Marvel R

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: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, MG Marvel R is slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,041 kg. The difference is around 231 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries a bit more – 594 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R 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.

from £40,300
Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 370 - 402 km
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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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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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Reviews Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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J
9 Oct 2025, 15:40:28

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
40,300 - 43,700 £
Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Trunk capacity
357 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,674 mm
Length
-
Width
1,919 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,613 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
453 - 478 kg
Payload
594 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the MG Marvel R have?

The MG Marvel R is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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