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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Mercedes T Class?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes T Class

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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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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

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes T Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,490 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes T Class offers very slightly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes T Class delivers very slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

Townstar Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is somewhat lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 157 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries moderately more – 775 kg compared to 630 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is clearly 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 £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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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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Mercedes T Class

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.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
135 - 167 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
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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