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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24,200 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or VW Caddy?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • somewhat cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • slightly lighter

VW Caddy

  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient

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

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is somewhat cheaper – starting at 24,200 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,544 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van with 6.6 L/100km. The difference is about 6.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers considerably more range – reaching up to 289 km, about 168 km more than the VW Caddy.

Caddy

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 VW Caddy offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is only slightly faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy delivers visibly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 75 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: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is slightly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers markedly more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 1,200 L more than the VW Caddy.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries marginally more – 775 kg compared to 710 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy 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 £27,800
Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 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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The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
VW Caddy

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,200 - 39,900 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 - 289 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 159 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,488 - 4,910 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,822 - 1,854 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 4,900 L
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
537 - 775 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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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