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Nissan Townstar vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (130 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (25700 £ vs 27800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar or VW Caddy?
Townstar
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan Townstar has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2054 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Nissan Townstar with 6.70 L. The difference is about 6.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Nissan Townstar performs clearly better – achieving up to 281 km, about 160 km more than the VW Caddy.
Caddy
Engine and Performance:
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 VW Caddy has a slightly edge – offering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 12.60 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs slight better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Nissan Townstar tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm difference.
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Townstar
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In curb weight, Nissan Townstar is barely noticeable lighter – 1509 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 66 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs to a small extent better – up to 3700 L, which is about 650 L more than the Nissan Townstar.
When it comes to payload, VW Caddy slight takes the win – 710 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Caddy 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.
Nissan Townstar
VW Caddy
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VW Caddy
Nissan Townstar
5 (1 Reviews)
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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VW Caddy
The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.
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Nissan Townstar
VW Caddy
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
25700 - 37700 £
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Price
27800 - 45900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
265 - 281 km
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 157 g/km
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
1509 - 2041 kg
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Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 - 775 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4488 - 4911 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
1859 - 1860 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Height
1819 - 1860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2800 - 3050 L
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Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
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Payload
506 - 641 kg
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Payload
501 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 - 13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
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Max Speed
135 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 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 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
VW
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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.