Nissan2021-present Qashqai Overview

Nissan Qashqai Overview (2021 - present)

2021 - present

Tech Specs Summary


105 - 128 mph

7.7 - 10.2 seconds

136 - 201 BHP

40.9 - 64.2 mpg
kg
1,331 - 1,612 kg

479 - 1,447 L
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This generation of the Nissan Qashqai is produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan and started production in 2021. It's a front engined SUV with either front-wheel drive or front-biased four-wheel drive. There are many power levels available from either a 1.3 L Inline 4 Turbo mild hybrid petrol engine or electric powertrain + REx. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. However, some models have multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Nissan Qashqai DIG-T 158 4WD
(2024 - present)
...T 158 4WD

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Qashqai is the Nissan Qashqai DIG-T 158 4WD which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 156 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 104 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 123 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.9 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Nissan Qashqai e-POWER
(2026)
...i e-POWER

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 776 miles and can store 504-1,440 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 750 kg.

Euro NCAP Results

2021
★★★★★
Standard Safety Equipment
Adult Occupant
91%
Child Occupant
91%
Vulnerable Road Users
70%
Safety Assist
95%
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