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Thanks: Auto Aktan Nissan Qashqai review Category: Family SUV What Car? says... The Nissan Qashqai was the car that really lit a firecracker under the family SUV trend, and it caught on so rapidly that millions of them are now on the road. It’s still going strong today and has evolved to meet changing tastes – notably when it comes to engine options. And it needed to evolve. You see, while the original Qashqai had the market pretty much to itself, this third-generation model faces tough competition as rival manufacturers roll out their own takes on the hugely successful SUV format. Naturally, Nissan has stuck with the winning combination of an elevated driving position, stylish yet reasonably rugged looks and down-to-earth running costs, while also giving buyers plenty of trim options – from the enticingly-priced Visia up to the luxurious Tekna . The Qashqai's engine choices consist of two 1.3 DIG-T petrols (138bhp or 156bhp), which have some very mild hybrid assistance, plus an e-Power engine that aims to blur the lines between petrol and electric cars. How? Well, the e-Power is unusual because its petrol engine doesn't actually drive the wheels. Instead it powers a generator, and the electricity this produces is sent to a motor that propels the car along. The Nissan Qashqai's key rivals include the smart Peugeot 3008, the fun-to-drive Seat Ateca and the generally excellent Kia Sportage and Skoda Karoq. At the top end of the range, its price creeps into the premium territory of the Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40. So, how does the Qashqai compare with the best family SUVs in all the important areas, and which version should you buy? Over the next few pages of this review, we'll tell you all about its performance, interior quality, running costs and more to help you work out whether it's the right car for you. Once you've decided which make and model is right for you, head over to our free What Car? New Car Deals pages and do a quick search to find out how much you could save off the asking price. There are usually lots of very tempting new family SUV deals. Read More 2023 Nissan Qashqai pricing: Nissan Qashqai ST: $33,890 Nissan Qashqai ST : $37,890 Nissan Qashqai ST-L: $42,190 Nissan Qashqai Ti: $47,390 Rivals include: Audi Q3: from $50,600 BMW X1: from $53,900 Kia Seltos: from $29,500 Mazda CX-30: from $30,090 Mercedes-Benz GLA: from $63,200 Mini Countryman: from $46,405 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: from $31,490 Peugeot 2008: from $38,945 Renault Arkana: from $36,800 Skoda Karoq: from $42,990 drive-away Toyota Corolla Cross: from $33,000 Volkswagen T-Roc: from $36,600 Volvo XC40: from $53,490 📌 Instagram ▶ 📌 Tiktok ▶ @cartvpress
