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Nissan Townstar vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (25700 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or Skoda Karoq?

Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3377 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

Karoq

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 Skoda Karoq has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 190 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 5.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs a bit better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.

Townstar

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Townstar offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Skoda Karoq is minimal lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1509 kg. The difference is around 129 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Townstar offers noticeable more room – 775 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Townstar performs significantly better – up to 3050 L, which is about 1420 L more than the Skoda Karoq.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Townstar slightly takes the win – 641 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq comes out modestly ahead 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.

Nissan Townstar
Skoda Karoq

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Karoq

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Nissan Townstar
Skoda Karoq

Costs and Consumption

Price
25700 - 37700 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
265 - 281 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 157 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4488 - 4911 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1859 - 1860 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1838 - 1869 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
506 - 641 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1332 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Nissan Townstar have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.