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Nissan Townstar EV
- Drive Type: FWD
- Type: Compact electric light commercial van
- Self Driving: No
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- Cargo space and load access suit business tasks.
- Reasonable WLTP range for urban and regional use.
- Standard CCS fast charging support.
CONS
- Range is lower than many passenger EV cars.
- AC charging speeds vary by trim and may be slow on basic onboard chargers.
The Nissan Townstar EV is an all-electric compact van. It sits in the light commercial EV segment. The body type is a box-shaped panel van or passenger-oriented version. It is designed for cargo work and flexible load space.
The Townstar EV uses a roughly 45 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Official WLTP range figures sit around 220 to 265 km depending on model and load. Fast charging uses a CCS port with maximum around 80 kW DC. Charging from about 15 percent to 80 percent on a suitable station takes around 37 to 40 minutes. AC charging is supported up to 11 kW or optionally up to 22 kW for faster home or business charging.
The Townstar EV sits below larger electric vans in price but above basic passenger EVs. It suits small business operators, delivery users, and families who need load space with zero tailpipe emissions. From the same brand, you can also consider the Nissan e‑NV200 and Nissan Leaf. Alternatives include the Peugeot e‑Partner and Citroën ë‑Berlingo. Compared with the Leaf, the Townstar EV trades passenger-car range for cargo capacity and load flexibility.
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Full Specifications
MODEL
| Models |
Nissan Townstar EV Acenta Nissan Townstar EV Tekna Nissan Townstar EV Tekna Plus |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2021 |
| Status | In production (since mid-2022) |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Base Price |
£31,495 (UK, after Plug-in Van Grant) - Nissan Townstar EV Acenta £32,795 (ex VAT, UK) - Nissan Townstar EV Tekna £34,845 ex‑VAT (UK, includes Plug‑In Van Grant) - Nissan Townstar EV Tekna Plus |
PERFORMANCE
| Power | 90 kW (122 hp) electric motor, front-wheel drive |
| Torque | 245 Nm |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | ~14–15 seconds (0–60 mph est.) |
| Max Speed | 132 km/h (82 mph) |
BATTERY
| Capacity | 45 kWh gross (~44 kWh usable) |
| Tech | Lithium-ion, active thermal management |
| Range | Up to 301 km WLTP (combined); ~450 km city WLTP |
| Consumption | ~17.4 kWh/100 km |
| Recuperation | Regenerative braking |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging | Up to 22 kW 3-phase onboard charger |
| DC Charging | Up to 80 kW (0–80% in ~37–42 min) |
| Others | Battery thermal management system; type 2/CCS ports included |
BODY
| Type |
Compact electric light commercial van (panel van) Compact LCV (Light Commercial Vehicle – L1 Panel Van) |
| Platform | CMF-C/D |
| Dimensions |
Length: 4,488 mm Width: 1,860 mm Height: 1,822 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,716 mm |
| Clearance | ~153 mm |
| Weight |
Kerb: 1,608–1,683 kg GVWR: Up to ~2,220 kg |
| Suspension | MacPherson struts (front), torsion beam (rear) |
| Wheels | 16″ steel wheels, 205/60 R16 tyres |
| Trunk/Boot | Cargo volume ~3.3 m³ (L1) |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No |
| Towing |
Braked: 1,500 kg Unbraked: 750 kg Roof Load: 100 kg |
| Others | Dual sliding side doors, rear swing-out barn doors |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 8″ touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Driver's Display | 7″ TFT digital instrument cluster |
| Head-Up | Not available |
| Others | Rear-view camera (via driver assist pack) |
COMFORT
| Seats | 2-seater cabin; height-adjustable driver seat |
| Roof | Standard height panel roof |
| Parking Aids | Rear parking sensors, optional rear camera |
| Connectivity | USB, Bluetooth, smartphone integration |
| Others |
Manual A/C Folding heated mirrors Auto headlights/wipers Electric parking brake |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Front, side, curtain (some optional or pack-dependent) |
| Driving Aids |
Lane Departure Warning Traffic Sign Recognition Driver Attention Alert Hill Start Assist ESC, ABS, EBD |
| Self Driving | No |
Note
| Others |
Warranty: 5 years/160,000 km vehicle; 8 years/160,000 km battery (70% SOH) Compatible with over-the-air software updates via connected services E-Call emergency call system standard |
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