Nissan Qashqai Crossover 1.6 117 Visia Idle Stop 2WD 5dr Review

For The 1.6 petrol engine copes fine with the car's weight. The Nissan Qashqai 1.6 117 Visia Idle Stop has enough kit while keeping purchase prices affordable.

Against Choosing the 1.6 diesel makes the Qashqai more relaxing and more civilised to drive, and gives better economy. Visia trim misses some desirable kit.

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

The Qashqai has funky 4x4 styling and a roomy, practical cabin, making it ideal for families. The Nissan Qashqai 1.6 117 Visia Idle Stop is good to drive, affordable and should suit many people's needs.

What Car? readers say

3.973333

Key facts

0–60mph: 11.9 secs
Top speed: 113 mph
Average mpg: 47.9
Tank range: 618 miles

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The full Nissan Qashqai review

Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Even the smaller engines are fine
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Rides well and handles capably
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
One of the most refined crossovers
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Competitively priced; strong residuals
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Fine build will stand up to kids
Safety & Security
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent safety kit
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Comfortable; rear visibility isn't great
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Room for four; not the most versatile
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
All models are well equipped

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Nissan Qashqai may look like a 4x4, but we reckon its talents lie with the two-wheel-drive versions. You get the high-set driving position without the higher running costs four-wheel drive brings.

There are four trims. Visia is the cheapest and comes with plenty: Bluetooth, four electric windows, air-con, remote locking and alloy wheels. Safety provision includes six airbags and stability control.

Acenta is our favourite, adding desirable goodies like cruise control and parking sensors. Then come n-tec and Tekna models , both of which have a panoramic sunroof.

Most private buyers will be best off with the 1.6 petrol, while the 1.6 diesel is the top choice for company car drivers. Both offer reasonable performance and economy. Keep an eye out for low finance or free servicing offers on the Qashqai.

Reader test team says:

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Took delivery in March expecting great things from the new engine. Engine is smooth, responsive, stop/start good, one of the best small diesels i have…

Keith Rhodes

3 out of 5 stars

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Suspension poor, engine weak1.6 petrol, gear box mushy and seats rubbish. Oh and interior cheap. Franco Jap crap.

tony sheehan

2 out of 5 stars

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What a disaster. I specifically selected the 2.0dci model in order to get the better performance. I had come from a Volvo V50 2.0 diesel, and on paper…

Tim Riglar

2 out of 5 stars

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Bought mine in November 2008. Nice car to drive. Bad faults, Sat Nav by full address only and not via post code.New front tyres after 11700 miles and…

stephen burns

3 out of 5 stars

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