For The diesel engine gives strong performance, and the automatic gearbox makes the Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi Tekna even easier to drive.
Against This version is very expensive to buy, and the automatic gearbox means fuel economy is disappointing.
The sweet spot in the Qashqai range lies elsewhere. The Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi Tekna is too expensive to buy and run.
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.
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…
Suspension poor, engine weak1.6 petrol, gear box mushy and seats rubbish. Oh and interior cheap. Franco Jap crap.
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…
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…