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Kia Picanto vs Nissan Qashqai - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (68 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (15300 £ vs 29600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Nissan Qashqai?

Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Nissan Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Picanto @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 14305 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

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 Nissan Qashqai has a convincingly edge – offering 205 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 7 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls convincingly stronger with 330 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 234 Nm difference.

Picanto @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Picanto is evident lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 296 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers significantly more room – 504 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 249 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs evident better – up to 1447 L, which is about 437 L more than the Kia Picanto.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai clearly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Nissan Qashqai shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £29,600
Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L
Kia Picanto
Nissan Qashqai

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Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Nissan Qashqai

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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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Kia Picanto
Nissan Qashqai
Picanto @ Kia Corporation
Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
15300 - 19300 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 135 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
3605 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1595 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.