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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Peugeot Expert Bus comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Peugeot Expert Bus?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Peugeot Expert Bus: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • a bit cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Peugeot Expert Bus

  • visibly more power
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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.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Bus costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,911 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Townstar Compact Van uses 6.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Expert Bus

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 Peugeot Expert Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Bus delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 155 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.

Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is substantially lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 599 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries somewhat more – 942 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Expert Bus holds a narrow 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 £33,400
Expert Bus

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 7 L/100km
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Peugeot Expert Bus

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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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Peugeot Expert Bus

The Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Peugeot Expert Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
182 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
921 - 942 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Peugeot
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