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Nissan Townstar vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or Polestar 3?

Nissan Townstar vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Nissan Townstar

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Polestar 3

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  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Townstar

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,517 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 20.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 441 km more than the Nissan Townstar.

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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 Polestar 3 offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 395 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 8.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 665 Nm more.

Townstar

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.

Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar is noticeably lighter – 2,041 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 534 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers substantially more boot space – 484 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 484 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries somewhat more – 594 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is clearly superior 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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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
Nissan Townstar
Polestar 3

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Nissan Townstar

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.

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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Nissan Townstar
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
594 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
245 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Polestar
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