Nissan Qashqai SUV (2007-2013) review - CarBuyer

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On the road, Nissan's Qashqai is a very comfortable to drive, and it's also well built and affordable. It offers a good choice of petrol and diesel engines and there's a four-wheel-drive option if you plan on some light off-roading, or want extra grip and stability to tow caravans or horse boxes. Nissan has a strong record for reliability, and mechanical and electrical problems are rare.
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[@M0ike]

It’s 2022 and I’m thinking of getting one of these. Some good deals out there.

[@Irish_R3bel]

Have you got it yet? If so how do you feel about it?

[@andrigeogiou8420]

Few months ago I " ve bought one for myself..! 2008 model..! 186.000 km..!

[@Irish_R3bel]

@@andrigeogiou8420 Bought mine 3 days ago! Loving it so far! 2010 240,000 km

[@andrigeogiou8420]

@@Irish_R3bel nice..! yours must be more improve.! ..I'm Cypriot ,! ..for us here , we have high temperatures , the air condition ,is a .." Must ". ! ..mine is a white one , ..with a glass roof ! ..I must say that in the long distance driving , is an economic one..! ..in the town ,moves ..well ,is a 1600cc...right..?

[@uamade]

I owned one from 2010 (MR20DE, Tekna, 4WD, manual bought new) until 2022 (100k km) - the best and most reliable car I ever owned.

[@uamade]

It's 2022 and I had one of this since 2010 (bought new). It was the most reliable car I ever had - only changed head bulbs, battery and tires. Engine was MR20DE - simple and reliable.

[@ray9436]

It was 1.5L or 2.0L diesel or the petrol one? Thanks

[@uamade]

@@ray9436 MR20DE is a 2 liter petrol.

[@MrWWEHD17]

@@uamade hi, in my country everyone say the 2.l petrol engine is not worth buying. its not really more powerful than the 1.6l and its way less reliable (oil consumption is high) and its fuel consumption is 2-3l higher than 1.6l petrol

[@uamade]

@@MrWWEHD17 I never had any oil consumption issues on MR20DE. Since I had the car new I followed a pedantic routine and I made sure I break in the engine properly. I was always doing the service on time and used the best oils available for the engine (ACEA A3/B4, MB 229.5). The engine saw mixed motorway and city driving. It also saw some german motorway driving with speeds of 160+ km/h. When I sold it with 100k km it did not have oil consumption or any other problem.

[@MrWWEHD17]

@@uamade thx the quick reply. Im planning on buying one but im starting to loose my mind :D some say its the best car they ever had and some say its the worst and no more nissan for them

[@oddities-whatnot]

Blind spots? That is simply an excuse for poor observation. I drive a transit van all day with only the side mirrors and front windows to see out of, and I manage just fine because I LOOK what is going on all around me!

[@patriotbarrow]

I've ridden in one recently. It has a reasonably high-quality fit & finish and seems to hold its own on the road. I dislike the fact that it has less interior space than a Megane.

[@callumcurtis15]

it was the most sold car in the uk in 2013 q3

[@Bkrzemb]

I have one I have an Acenta 2WD 1.6 Petrol and while the running costs aren't amazing because it's petrol it's so comfy and cosy and to be honest dare I say it feels quite premium

[@MrDachacha]

What you think about 1.6 petrol engine today?

[@maxmorris4562]

I’ve got a 2010 2.0L Acenta Petrol and and am very happy with it Surprisingly comfortable with stunning suspension and not much road noise It’s still running amazingly well The thing that puts me off buying the new ones is that I feel like they aren’t going to be as comfortable or reliable as they are only 1.2 litres or something similar they don’t come in 2.0L’s anymore

[@Inventivespace]

@@maxmorris4562 how reliable are these 1.6 petrol engines? I’m in the Caribbean and there is one for sale with high mileage 170k miles. Should I take the chance?

[@Kevin-im4lw]

@@Inventivespace I am from the Caribbean and I bought one and owned it for about two years. Best vehicle I have owned and the mileage was at 200k miles 2008 Qashqai 1.6 petrol with a manual transmission. Never had engine trouble and I love to push my rides really hard. The only issues I had were suspension related such as bushings, stabilizer links, ball joints, sub frame bushings, cv axles. Apart from that zero engine issues. I will definitely purchase another one in the future.

[@aknc5057]

My dad had one since 2015, never did anything wrong we had so many road trips. Had a higher trim but was pretty rich in features. After a while it did get some issues so now we are getting a EV goodbye qashqai

[@1993tre]

My father got a Nissan Qashqai, and im soon 18 and getting driving license, I have tryed this car a few times, and this is very amazing to drive it, you feel like you are on a truck, and also it doesnt make so big sounds, you sometimes think that the engine are with electric. The max speed I have drrive is 180 and it didnt feel like that. Many of my friends loved even the seats and said they were comfortable. No noises at all during dirving time!

[@thomasgoodall6426]

we had a 2011 model up until the 65 plate came out and we loved it we would have kept it but Nissan gave us a part trade upgrade. I miss that car

[@hemo1001]

I have Nissan Qashqai 2008 petrol 2.0 , my review :- Pros:- 1-Awesome Engine sound with low fuel consumption. 2-So quite & so comfortable so you get cheap luxury car and sporty at the same time. 3-If you want to drive at high speeds over 70 M/hr it doesn't vibrate even with 100 M/hr. 4-CVT gearbox and a cool thing though. Cons:- 1-Boring driving as f*ck. 2-expensive car parts from the dealers. 3-the back seats are small and almost 90 degrees angle so it's not comfort. 4-It's name Sucks.

[@NeverGoingWoke]

well I got mine black and it looks damn good. Driver seat high and I can see everything. Price is good also 25G. Just fresh out of the factory 4weeks ago. Sweet.

[@soawn29]

Had this car in tekna trim, every posible option on the car, it was 2008 model with big screen on dash and it had reverse camera in 2008 was pretty amazing, 2.0 dci 4x4 automatic, never changed oil in gearbox sold it with 270k kilometers, I still miss that car it was so amazing on motorway, cabin is so well insolated and in cornes it was so good no body roll, car was so good, if you want buy one choose 2.0 dci engine is bulletproof

[@markhart6743]

I found that I bang my head on the tail gate as it doesn’t open high enough & I’m not overly tall at 6ft

[@nicealloys]

Just bought a 2007 2.0 petrol and very impressed has leather and getting over 600km a tank, surprisingly good car highly recommend a petrol anyway as has the Nissan engine

[@Mist3man4423]

Watching in 2024 and we got the Dualis (JDM model) in my market. That vehicle had the most qualit-control issues i have ever seen. As much of a beauty as it was i think it gave some of its owners PTSD.

[@bafalo992]

My favourite small SUV, together with ASX, and RAV 4. ;)

[@rhianonw9399]

You should review the Nissan qashqai +2

[@techlover4500]

my friends dad has this one and it is awesome( 2011) well done nissan

[@dylanpower1438]

I have a 63 plate white n-tec. It’s great car. It’s in 2.0L with 4wd and it is great with my family.

[@midascomment1658]

What does n- tec add on?

[@cole6589]

@@midascomment1658 it adds more technology to the car, not sure what tho

[@NicBunnymen]

This is a great car. I bought the Qashqai today 1,6 Acenta S, in the colour white. Loving it and can't wait till I get behind the wheel tomorrow and just..drive...drive...drive....and drive. Matt thanks for your reviews with other cars, however I bought this one.

[@krell2130]

10 years on, how did the Qashqai serve you?

[@deano386]

@@krell2130 I was thinking the same thing. The person shouldn't have bragged day one haha. Wondering how longevity was

[@NicBunnymen]

thanks for the information. Nissan dealer called me as well and they confirmed that when fuel is low there is no sound. I agree with you it's not a well thought out car.

[@kelkela97]

I have this qashqai 13 plate, super happy with my car.i don't understand why is he comparing it with golf and focus and other cars that he shouldn't. And another thing he doesn't mention is the engines, especially the Renault ones.Good thing I have a petrol Nissan one.As for the twisty roads I want it to be safe and stable, not fun, especially when I'm with my family. Very good car, very minimal review.

[@afshaansamy8757]

I

[@seanb1522]

A micra on steroids terrble car

[@midascomment1658]

Comparing leafs to twingoes

[@Annelie5e]

Comfy and Practical , love it

[@coolheroadam]

Had my 2008 for over a year with no fault's. Drive's and handle's well.pot hole's, what pot holes. love the way it can go up a high curb bank when your at a standstill stuck in traffic. Nissan Tunbridge wells completed a full service, full free valet and breakdown cover. 10/10 for them guy's. Oh and a courtesy car. sooooo glad I brought one.

[@cam553]

Wonder how it looks and performs with a lowering kit.

[@Ronaldcraigbooks]

Not sure what's he's taking about, with the wind whistling or not fun around country roads. We have one and it's the best car I've had so far. Loads of room, fuel economy great. I've owned Audi, ford in past. This is the best I've owned, Highly recommended. Even with the odd comments in video.

[@midascomment1658]

The farting one?

[@Emma-Rose]

2024 and just purchased 2010 good car. This guy is picky lol. It’s a nice family standard motor.

[@anthonypilliner7261]

I love the qashqai

[@S-1_24-25]

They are pretty great, had a 2012 model

[@messin1000]

Can't wait until mine comes a +2 1.5 360. This review helped a lot thanks. :)

[@TheSpyChecker]

i had the choice of choose between this, and the (much larger, interior, exterior, engine and consumption wise) mazda cx 7. i went with the cx 7. though the dualis has a very cramped, small exterior, the interior is quite spacey, but the 1.6L diesel is awfully slow, while the 2L isn't much faster either. (though the fuel consumption IS pretty good)

[@rethalee845]

How was the cx7

[@RdcsVtec]

it's been only 3 years and the car looks like from the twentieth century!

[@Kiwimum]

Wow - Subscribed. Nice review, and I particularly like the Con's of the review.

[@Slowshyy]

Diesel is generally a bit down on power generally and is only really there in the really high RPM range (and by that time you have to change gear and lose all that power range, acceleration isn't great either), and to be honest with the diesel prices the way they're going i would grab a petrol as they run just as well and economical as a diesel (give or take a few mpg).

[@gandalfwiz20007]

for those who don't know the Dacia Duster is build on the Qashqai's platform

[@TheCarArchives96]

the 2007-present Nissan Qashqai/ Nissan Dualis (Japan and Australia) is assembled in Washington, Tyne and Wear, England Kanda, Fukuoka, Japan Tehran, Iran

[@vhallediting6551]

I didn't expect to see Matt Watson!

[@Top_Gear_Clips_Central]

He changed so much lmao

[@the2ocan]

It might look huge but check out the dimensions, its the same size. It's just "jacked up" as the reviewer says, which makes it look bigger.

[@heatonhits3482]

This is my dream car i have to have this i am working hard day and night for this

[@shawngeorge5029]

Matt has come a lonngggg way

[@mrlover4310]

I seen on utube that the the Nissan qashqai dose not Have a metal bar underneath the bumper so if you have a rear in packet your car could be a right off just at 15mph in packed. Check it out.

[@midascomment1658]

Depends on the angle of crash... front on to wall or post

[@TheCarArchives96]

the engine on the 2007-present Nissan Qashqai/ Nissan Dualis (Japan and Australia) Engine 1.6L I4 petrol HR16DE 2.0L I4 petrol (MR20DE) 1.5L I4 K9K Diesel Engine 2.0L I4 diesel M9R Diesel Engine

[@owenjames2305]

Mathew Watson?

[@krisztianmendi671]

Im planning buying one, my only question is, can you move forward/backward the armrest, or you cannot?

[@edie570]

I own one and yes you can move it forward you can even open it in any position.

[@Tony-tb3cv]

Our ones a Qashqai +2 n tech 2009 and it's perfect for us and it has less of and rear pillar

[@mustsilm]

Dont get me wrong, i dont think its ugly, it kind of grows on you as time passes by, but it still looks SUV like, which ultimately makes it a bit clumsy. I just dont understand which cars it competes with, some reviews have compared it with Mini Countryman, well i dont see it, in all fairness Coutryman doesnt compete with anyone either because who goes offroading with a mini, it was only to widen their model range in the market and get new customers.

[@megamanmadrid]

I don't know why people compare the Qashqai with the Ford Focus. They have nothing to do with each other. The Qashqai is 13 centimeters higher. It can be compared with a Skoda Yeti, or a Nissan Juke, or even a Mitsubishi ASX, but definitely not with the likes of Focus or Mazda 3.

[@mustsilm]

Another problem with this car is its marketing, i remember seeing a commercial where it pretty much was imitating a skateboard, which was moving around, also hinting its good mobility or smth, but then i saw standard models are not 4X4, this car makes sense only 4x4.

[@Heimdall01]

Thanks for the review! Does it feel noisy while driving? (engine, tires , wind etc)

[@flaviubratan3842]

I don't know if you're still alive after 10 years but he actually said in the video how noisy it is while driving.

[@LegendOfRaw]

@@flaviubratan3842 no Heimdall died in Endgame 😢

[@psxlah1834]

@@LegendOfRaw lol

[@the592clan3]

@@flaviubratan3842 why does it says 2007-2013 ?? What does that mean ?

[@Top_Gear_Clips_Central]

It means that Nissan started selling the Qashqai in 2007 and stopped in 2013 since they started selling the new one in 2014

[@Slowshyy]

Fair enough :) thanks for being nice about it.

[@angelawillans5599]

Great review.Great day

[@DJ-SPLASH]

I love this car. I really loves to buy one

[@amrika5]

It's plenty of room from a 6ft person, the rolling is not true either, it's a very stable ride.

[@midascomment1658]

Very true.. especially after driving sedans my whole life

[@hiabdelwahed]

the name comes from an area in Iran as a friend of mine visited iran before and I also read it in some reviews

[@derekpollard2510]

I think

[@narrush27]

in my country the awd version cost 29000 dollars and the normal version const 26000 dollars.

[@andreas.charalambides]

That's odd because on the 1.6 tekna 2008 with full extra it does all that yours doesn't, but the side mirrors are also manual. Maybe is an "extra" in the mind of Nissan. It even warn me once with a beep for the risk of ice on the street, but that even my Peugeot 307 2007 does it :)

[@mariosmatzakanis]

The 1.6 diesel is the best model because it's fast and has low consumption.

[@joedonkandra4224]

Is this car better than pegeut 3008

[@mlps93]

@LeadHammer Qashqai interior is actually more upscale than the Rogue as it the rogue shares the same interior as Altima that Rogue is seriously underpowered

[@erinkhoo]

I do wonder why in IE there are three version (XE, SV and SVE) and in the UK there are four? (Vista, Acenta, Acenta Premium & Tekna)

[@thomasgoodall6426]

there is also an N-tec version in the uk

[@coventrykid08]

I have the 2ltr acenta auto as my motability car . Its easy to get in and out of with my legs drives great and is built like a tank . But it is very thirsty average M.P.G is only 25 . So if your buying 1 go for the diesel its a bit slower but with better M.P.G.

[@boredathome2410]

And it's mat Watson here from carwow

[@thelast21minutes]

Thanx to NIssan to name this car qashqai to respect IRANIANS. Cashqai is a tribe still living in Iran

[@privateconfidential7490]

2008 registration 1.6 Acenta Common problem rear coil suspension holding bracket corrodes many fail MOT, door handles break door window regulator fail its reliable look for front bushes wishbone worn and drive shaft gaiter splitting high revving engine at 70 mph aporox 3000RPM above rear tailgate breaks all seen on the road havesome sellotape etc still going strong 90 l miles in my opinion

[@lanamichaelides9281]

Anyone know how to Change the digital speedometer from mph to km/h Nissan qashqai 2007

[@robertbidochon7088]

Can you do it for the brand new? please please please

[@messin1000]

my mums is a qashqai+2 1.5 dci 360 2013 model and the windows don't go up automatically and it doesn't make a noise when it's low on fuel I guess Nissan forgot to do these. When you get past the good ride tall driving position and the space & gadgets it isn't a well thought out car e.g. if you have the windows down and you take the key out of the ignition they won't go up and the wing mirrors won't fold away it's all manual.

[@tavetviros]

messin1000 mine didnt go up automatically also, you need to enable it yourself. It will work if you turn it on

[@MohamedHassan-zv4vz]

what type of engine oil should put on my Nissan qashqai 2008.. gasoline...? thanks

[@pagkratiasths]

A beautiful very expensive car in my country only in 1600cc and not a good horsepower in gasoline engines without turbo. A good idea was to use Juke's engine in qashqai

[@Twixx32]

you can get a fully loaded Mitsubishi Outlander at about 36000€ with a 2.2 hdi engine with 180hp and 380nm which is a lot more of a car than the qashqai , better off-roader , more comfortable and i guarantee a lot sportier.

[@Rayden251974]

The car is really good to drive and very comfortable

[@robertalexandrubaba7065]

I just bought my first Qashqai 1.5 dci 2009, does anyone know why the steering wheel spins a bit harder than other cars? Is it normal?

[@guayotambora]

this is a small suv, why the hell is comparing it to hatchbacks like the civic and focus in terms of driving. this is ment to compete with the tiguan and the crv

[@shajurawther9954]

Guys think critically what will you buy crv qusais x trail rav4

[@glenross9467]

Great suv & low cost to tax & insure compared to other suvs

[@yacinyaalaoui]

nice review and good vehicle :)

[@prestonheath5524]

My one is on 161k I’ve recently bought it

[@diegosanchez6664]

new model is 2017

[@tessynk8472]

Nice car

[@1993tre]

@NicBunnymen Thank you mate, I will do that, Ive already experienced what happens if you drink and drive, from earlier friends, and I wont do that what ever people will give me... Anyways, thank you from reminding me!

[@WyvernSone]

wish the Rogue looked like that, then i would have considered it.

[@barteatmyshorts8252]

1,5 disel?

[@bensal4485]

Anyone know which sd cart model number for Nissan qashqai Telma 2013 that’s

[@robertanthonyaustin6798]

Give me some info how can I source this type vehicle I'm reside in Georgetown Guyana south America

[@Propolizei]

How good is 2010 qasqai 1.5, Acenta edition, 106 hp? Thanks

[@richiefinn]

Which engine is it?

[@NicBunnymen]

Need some information on the Qashqai. I bought the 1,6 acent s. From day one I have noticed that the the drivre's window does not roll up automatically. Have taken it in for repai several times but after a short period of time it repeats the fault...it does not go up automatically. Second, when fuel is low I do not hear the sound to inform me the only thing that happens I see the fuel tank light up on the dashboard's screen, my car is the september 2011 model.Thanks.

[@ramblingrob4693]

my 2009 one you have to press button manually for it to put mirrors in electronically . I forget when take key out then have to put key in turn ignition on then press button . quicker to have manual mirrors an push them

[@8tavian999]

Can you do dacia duster 1,5dci 4x4 review?

[@derbigpr500]

Nice review! As for the car, i think its too expensive for what it is. At least in my country. For example, 2.0 dci model with the highest equipement package and aut. gearbox costs 41000€, while for that money you can get, i dont know, a renault laguna 2.0 dci GT (with 180hp), with 4 wheel steering, navigation, and all the equipement you get in qashqai, but it only costs 32000€.

[@charu232]

its just an amazing car.............cant complaint about anything.

[@reverendbluejeans1748]

I wonder if my elderly mother will like it. I would like to rent one for a couple of days to see if she likes it.

[@mustsilm]

I dont understand what you mean with that, for your information i see one of those cars every day because one of my neighbours has it. It looks like your typcal city SUV, pretty much competes with the likes of RAV 4. I just dont get this new Nissan model range, where are cars like Primera? There is nothing in offer for that range in europe, Nissan Tiida looks hideous and probably isnt very popular either. I mean Nissan should have a car competing with the Avensises and Accords, Mazda 6, Octavia

[@11ESSE11]

No i dont,i am from central Europa ,UK cars have 5-10 HP less then cars in central europa ,i think that is similar and in USA,depend what manufacturer

[@s0nnyburnett]

Did they just mash the keyboard to come up with the name?

[@Frosty-w6h]

That’s carwow

[@patrickKitambo]

Rav4 or qashkai?

[@midascomment1658]

Rev4 is lighter

[@giannisioannou1286]

Qashqai is better

[@josh02x41]

Very good SUV

[@R3nchi]

quasquai or opel mokka?

[@tavetviros]

Renato Cvikic what year is the qashqai?

[@devindesmitais]

how to turn on nissan qashqai auxiliary heater ?

[@jackiechan8755]

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