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Ford Transit Connect vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Nissan Qashqai?

Ford Transit Connect vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

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Nissan Qashqai

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  • marginally cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Qashqai is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Connect costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,199 £.

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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 Nissan Qashqai offers considerably more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers very slightly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Nissan Qashqai offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is moderately lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries markedly more – 780 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 264 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai is clearly superior overall 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Nissan Qashqai

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
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co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 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
1,855 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Connect?

The Ford Transit Connect is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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