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Kia Picanto vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (15,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Nissan Qashqai?

Kia Picanto vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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

Picanto

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.

Kia Picanto is clearly cheaper – starting at 15,300 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,305 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 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 Nissan Qashqai offers considerably more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers considerably more torque with 330 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 234 Nm more.

Picanto

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, Kia Picanto is markedly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 296 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries markedly more – 520 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 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 : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Kia Picanto
Nissan Qashqai

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Kia Picanto

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

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

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
-
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 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
-
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
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
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