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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (24200 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Volvo EX30?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

Volvo EX30

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

Townstar Compact Van @ Nissan Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24200 £, while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 8776 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX30: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 18.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.50 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EX30 performs distinct better – achieving up to 476 km, about 187 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

EX30 @ Volvo Cars

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 Volvo EX30 has a decisively edge – offering 428 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 298 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs minimal better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls convincingly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 298 Nm difference.

Townstar Compact Van @ Nissan Motor Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is distinct lighter – 1399 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 441 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van performs decisively better – up to 4900 L, which is about 3900 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar Compact Van decisively takes the win – 775 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 385 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX30 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,000
EX30 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Volvo EX30

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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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
Volvo EX30
Townstar Compact Van @ Nissan Motor Corporation
EX30 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
24200 - 39900 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
263 - 289 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 - 159 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1399 - 1908 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4488 - 4910 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1822 - 1854 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
2100 - 4900 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
537 - 775 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1332 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Volvo
Is the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offered with different drivetrains?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.