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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Suzuki Swace comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 31,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Suzuki Swace?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Suzuki Swace: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Suzuki Swace

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • significantly more efficient
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Suzuki Swace costs 31,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,420 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swace uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Swace

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 Suzuki Swace offers barely more power – delivering 140 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

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 barely lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries substantially more – 775 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 415 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van 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.

from £29,500
Townstar Compact Van

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 263 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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Reviews Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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Suzuki Swace

The Suzuki Swace is a pragmatic estate that swaps showy design for roomy practicality and a quiet, comfortable ride that suits everyday family life. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible charm, dependable build and clever packaging make it a smart pick for buyers who want fuss-free usability rather than headline-grabbing performance.

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Reviews Suzuki Swace

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Sjors
16 Apr 2026, 11:06:18

I have the Swace — it drives much more frugally than you state: 1:23. A downside as you get older is that getting in, and especially getting out, becomes harder because of the low seating position. The advantage of the low seat is better fuel economy. 16‑inch wheels are also likely to be more economical than larger ones. Rear legroom is poor. It would be nice if the rear bench were on rails like the Renault Twingo. Shrinking the boot would give more rear legroom. The 2014 Toyota Prius was the last to offer lots of rear legroom — after that it’s been rubbish.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
31,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
102 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
596 L
Length
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Length
4,655 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,606 L
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
103 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3

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