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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Toyota Mirai comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 182 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 58,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Toyota Mirai?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Toyota Mirai: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Toyota Mirai

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,248 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Mirai offers clearly more range – reaching up to 650 km, about 387 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

Mirai

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 Toyota Mirai offers clearly more power – delivering 182 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Mirai delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

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, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is noticeably lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 501 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries visibly more – 775 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van shows a few small advantages 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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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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Reviews Toyota Mirai

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Adrian
4 May 2026, 18:27:24

Great car, I switched from a Lexus NX300h F-Sport, and in terms of comfort the Mirai wins.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
650 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
485 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
182 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
134 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
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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