Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (24,200 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?
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.
Vauxhall Combo Cargo is very slightly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 24,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,775 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo uses 5.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers a bit more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 65 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.
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 Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers very slightly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 183 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is barely lighter – 1,329 kg compared to 1,399 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 1,000 L more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries markedly more – 991 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 216 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo Cargo 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24,200 - 39,900 £
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Price
22,400 - 34,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 - 289 km
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Electric Range
354 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 159 g/km
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
53 - 61 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
2 - 6
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
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Curb weight
1,329 - 1,813 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,488 - 4,910 mm
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Length
4,401 - 4,751 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,822 - 1,854 mm
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Height
1,820 - 1,825 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 4,900 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 3,900 L
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Payload
537 - 775 kg
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Payload
611 - 991 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Vauxhall
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