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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Toyota Aygo comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Toyota Aygo?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Toyota Aygo: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • a bit more power
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Toyota Aygo

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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.

Toyota Aygo is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,609 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Aygo uses 3.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

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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 a bit more power – delivering 130 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Townstar Compact Van delivers considerably more torque with 245 Nm compared to 120 Nm. That’s about 125 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.

Seats: Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Aygo is markedly lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 1,399 kg. The difference is around 309 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 355 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van stands well ahead of its rival 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
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Toyota Aygo

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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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Toyota Aygo

The Aygo is a cheeky city car that turns congested streets into a playground, with bold styling and sprightly manners that make parking a pleasure rather than a pain. Economical to run and surprisingly well equipped for its size, the Aygo is a smart choice for urban buyers who want personality without a premium price and a car that brings a smile to the daily commute.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Toyota Aygo

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
18,800 - 24,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.7 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
85 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,090 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
231 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,740 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
420 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
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
120 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
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