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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Maxus T90 EV comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 56,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Maxus T90 EV?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Maxus T90 EV: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Maxus T90 EV

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Townstar Compact Van

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 Compact Van is significantly 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 clearly 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.

T90 EV

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 Maxus T90 EV offers clearly 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.

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 substantially 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 a bit more – 925 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van 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.

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
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Maxus T90 EV

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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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Maxus T90 EV

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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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Maxus T90 EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
330 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
2,375 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
925 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Maxus
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