Nissan Unveils Latest ‘Last Mile’ BEV Van

Paul Myles

TU-Editor

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27th September 2021

Nissan has unveiled its latest BEV targeting the urban final mile delivery service in the shape of the Townstar.

More compact than the existing Nissan e-NV200, the new LCV is focused on inner city delivery businesses operating in the smaller streets experienced in many ancient cities and towns in Europe where a full-size van would struggle to access. Beyond emission-free powertrains, the Townstar boasts a suite of more than 20 ADAS and infotainment technologies.

The BEV version of the van a 44kWh battery pack employing an intelligent energy management and thermal cooling system in one package. The new van claims 181ft-lbs of torque and a potential 177 miles of range, a 43% improvement over the outgoing e-NV200.

There will also be an ICE option in the shape of a 1.3-liter gasoline powertrain that will be compliant with the latest Euro 6d-Full emissions regulations and producing 126bhp and 177ft-lbs of torque.

Inside ADAS features include side wind assist and trailer sway assist, intelligent emergency braking including pedestrian and cyclist detection and junction assist, as well as hands-free parking and intelligent cruise control. Nissan is integrating the around view monitor for the first time in the compact van segment where, using a suite of cameras, the system displays a 360-degree overview of the area around the vehicle.

For highway comfort there’s ProPILOT advanced driver assistance system allowing the vehicle to automatically slow to a full stop and accelerate by following the vehicle ahead, as well as keeping it centered in the lane.

Emmanuelle Serazin, LCV and corporate sales director, Nissan Europe, said: “Offering two efficient powertrain solutions, ergonomic design and unique technologies, the all-new Townstar is comprehensively equipped to meet customers’ ever-changing needs. With tougher emissions standards, urban access restrictions, and ever-increasing demand for last-mile delivery, businesses large and small need to find effective and sustainable solutions to remain competitive and optimize their operations.”

— Paul Myles is a seasoned automotive journalist based in Europe. Follow him on Twitter @Paulmyles_