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BMW X4 vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Nissan Qashqai?

BMW X4 vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

BMW X4

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Qashqai is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,252 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Qashqai

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X4 offers considerably more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

X4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is markedly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers barely more boot space – 525 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
Is the BMW X4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X4 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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