Compare performance (585 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (55,700 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 5 or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan Townstar Compact Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,248 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 5 is a bit more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the SERES 5 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 167 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the SERES 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers considerably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 695 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is substantially lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 961 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries considerably more – 775 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 400 kg.
The SERES 5 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.
The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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The Nissan Townstar is a smart, no-nonsense compact van that makes city running and tight deliveries feel almost effortless thanks to tidy packaging and clever storage. It keeps things sensible on the wallet and the road, offering a comfortable driving position and useful tech without flashy frills — the kind of workhorse you'll actually enjoy parking at the kerb.
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Price
55,700 £
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Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
430 km
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Electric Range
263 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 - 155 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
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,360 kg
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Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,930 mm
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Width
1,860 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
375 kg
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Payload
571 - 775 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
585 HP
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Power HP
122 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
940 Nm
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Torque
240 - 245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
430 kW
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Power kW
90 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
SERES
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Brand
Nissan
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