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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • very slightly cheaper
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Toyota Corolla Cross

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  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely 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.

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.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,248 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Cross uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Corolla Cross

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 Toyota Corolla Cross offers visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

Townstar Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is barely lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,399 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van has only a minor advantage 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, Manual
  • 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 Corolla Cross

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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 Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that blends the practicality and reliability Toyota is known for with a comfortable, easygoing driving experience. It offers a roomy interior and sensible features that make it a strong choice for daily commuting and family outings.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 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
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,825 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
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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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 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

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