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Ford Ranger vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Nissan Qashqai?

Ford Ranger vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Qashqai is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,834 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Qashqai

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger offers clearly more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers considerably more torque with 697 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 367 Nm more.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 985 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries significantly more – 989 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 473 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger stands well ahead of its rival 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 £48,400
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 240 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 42 km
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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 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
42 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Ford Ranger have?

The Ford Ranger is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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