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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • only slightly more power
  • somewhat lighter
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is moderately cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,284 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.3 L/100km and is visibly 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 Renault Kangoo Compact Van is barely more efficient: consuming 20.5 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 284 km, about 21 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

Kangoo Compact Van

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 Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers only slightly more power – delivering 130 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van delivers only slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 25 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is somewhat lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,639 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries moderately more – 901 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Kangoo Compact Van stands out in the key areas 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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Kangoo Compact Van

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 122 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 279 - 284 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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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
670 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault
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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