Compare performance (122 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or SERES 3?
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.
SERES 3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,931 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 20.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the SERES 3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 301 km, about 36 km more than the Nissan Townstar.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the SERES 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 3 delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, SERES 3 is moderately lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,041 kg. The difference is around 276 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries clearly more – 594 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 294 kg.
The SERES 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.
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 SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
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Price
32,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 km
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Electric Range
301 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,041 kg
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Curb weight
1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
594 kg
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Payload
300 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction 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 HP
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Power HP
163 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
245 Nm
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Torque
300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
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Power kW
120 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2020
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
SERES
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