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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (130 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (24,200 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Polestar 3?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 24,200 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,147 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 417 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 Polestar 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is moderately faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 665 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 significantly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 1,176 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 3,489 L more than the Polestar 3.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries markedly more – 775 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is barely ahead 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 £24,200
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Polestar 3
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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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24,200 - 39,900 £
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 - 289 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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co2
0 - 159 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4,488 - 4,910 mm
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Length
4,900 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
1,822 - 1,854 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 4,900 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Payload
537 - 775 kg
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Polestar
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