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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Jaecoo 7 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Jaecoo 7?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Jaecoo 7: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Jaecoo 7

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is barely cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Jaecoo 7 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaecoo 7 uses 2.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers substantially more range – reaching up to 263 km, about 173 km more than the Jaecoo 7.

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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 Jaecoo 7 offers considerably more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaecoo 7 delivers markedly more torque with 365 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Townstar Compact Van

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is markedly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 471 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries significantly more – 775 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 335 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaecoo 7 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 £31,600
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Jaecoo 7

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 90 km
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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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Jaecoo 7

The Jaecoo 7 is a striking compact SUV that pairs bold, modern styling with a spacious, well-equipped cabin aimed at families and tech-minded buyers. It offers strong value, a comfortable ride and plenty of gadgetry, though you should weigh dealer support and long-term ownership reputation when deciding.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Jaecoo 7

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
31,600 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
90 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
54 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,870 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
440 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
365 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
205 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Jaecoo
Is the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offered with different drivetrains?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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