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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Omoda 5 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 224 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Omoda 5?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Omoda 5: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • somewhat lighter
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Omoda 5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
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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.

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

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Omoda 5 is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Omoda 5 uses 5.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Omoda 5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Omoda 5 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 167 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

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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 Omoda 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 224 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Omoda 5 delivers clearly more torque with 340 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Townstar Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is somewhat lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,621 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries visibly more – 775 kg compared to 536 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Omoda 5 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.

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Omoda 5

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 224 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 km
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Omoda 5

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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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Omoda 5

The Omoda 5 is a stylish compact crossover that catches the eye with a bold, contemporary look and a tech-forward cabin. It offers a comfortable ride and a surprisingly spacious interior, making it a practical yet distinctive choice for buyers who want modern features and solid value.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Omoda 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
24,800 - 31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,621 - 1,710 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
300 - 350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,824 - 1,830 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
431 - 536 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
204 - 224 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
295 - 340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
150 - 165 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
A, D
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Omoda
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