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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (24,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or VW ID.3?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly lighter

VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range

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 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 a bit cheaper – starting at 24,200 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,353 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.3 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 316 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

ID.3

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 VW ID.3 offers substantially more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID.3 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar Compact Van tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers clearly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

Townstar Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is markedly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 3,633 L more than the VW ID.3.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 302 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 is far ahead 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.

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ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 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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Reviews Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,200 - 39,900 £
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
263 - 289 km
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,488 - 4,910 mm
Length
4,264 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
1,822 - 1,854 mm
Height
1,564 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 4,900 L
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Payload
537 - 775 kg
Payload
437 - 473 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
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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