Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (25,700 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or Vauxhall Combo?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Combo is somewhat cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 25,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,828 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo uses 5.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Combo is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo offers slightly more range – reaching up to 345 km, about 64 km more than the Nissan Townstar.
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 Vauxhall Combo offers barely more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Combo is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 11.3 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Nissan Townstar is clearly faster – reaching 183 km/h, while the Vauxhall Combo tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.
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 7 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is only slightly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,509 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 775 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar offers moderately more capacity – up to 3,050 L, about 357 L more than the Vauxhall Combo.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo carries barely more – 695 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo 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.
The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.
detailsThe Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.
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Price
25,700 - 37,700 £
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Price
22,900 - 36,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Electric Range
333 - 345 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,509 - 2,041 kg
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Curb weight
1,505 - 1,922 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 1,050 L
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Length
4,488 - 4,911 mm
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Length
4,410 - 4,760 mm
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Width
1,859 - 1,860 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,838 - 1,869 mm
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Height
1,812 - 1,818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,800 - 3,050 L
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Max trunk capacity
2,126 - 2,693 L
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Payload
430 - 695 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual 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
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 s
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
135 km/h
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Vauxhall
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