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Subaru Solterra vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (343 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or Nissan Townstar Compact Van?

Subaru Solterra vs Nissan Townstar Compact Van: Key differences

Subaru Solterra

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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

Solterra

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,963 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Solterra is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 20.9 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers clearly more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 248 km more than the Nissan Townstar Compact Van.

Townstar Compact Van

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 Subaru Solterra offers substantially more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 213 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Solterra delivers substantially more torque with 437 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 192 Nm more.

Solterra

Space and Everyday Use:

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 significantly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 718 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 307 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is decisively 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.

from £39,400
Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Subaru Solterra
Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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Dimensions and Body

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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

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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Subaru Solterra
Nissan Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Electric Range
263 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
431 - 468 kg
Payload
571 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
343 HP
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
437 Nm
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
252 kW
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Nissan
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