Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Toyota Proace City?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Toyota Proace City is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,659 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is noticeably 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 Toyota Proace City is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.1 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Proace City offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 80 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.
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 Proace City offers marginally more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace City delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is barely lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,399 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries very slightly more – 829 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.
The Toyota Proace City is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 km
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Electric Range
343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,860 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Toyota
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