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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs ZEEKR X comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 496 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or ZEEKR X?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs ZEEKR X: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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ZEEKR X

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the ZEEKR X costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,105 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the ZEEKR X is noticeably more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR X offers markedly more range – reaching up to 415 km, about 152 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

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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 ZEEKR X offers considerably more power – delivering 496 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 366 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR X delivers clearly more torque with 573 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 328 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 1,855 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries markedly more – 775 kg compared to 555 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR X holds a decisive overall lead 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 £32,600
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ZEEKR X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 496 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 415 km
Nissan Townstar Compact Van
ZEEKR X

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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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ZEEKR X

The Zeekr X feels like a pocket rocket for city life, delivering brisk performance and nimble handling wrapped in a surprisingly premium little package. Inside it offers smart tech and refined materials that make daily driving feel more like a small luxury escape, all while keeping a tasteful, understated presence.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van
ZEEKR X

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
32,600 - 41,100 £
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
17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
330 - 415 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
460 - 555 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
272 - 496 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
343 - 573 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
200 - 365 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
ZEEKR
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