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Mazda CX-80 vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (49,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-80 or Nissan Qashqai?

Mazda CX-80 vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mazda CX-80

3.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CX-80

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 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 Mazda CX-80 offers clearly more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers noticeably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

CX-80

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: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is significantly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 711 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers substantially more boot space – 504 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries clearly more – 650 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 60 km
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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Good chunk of steel on steroids

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 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
60 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
91 - 146 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
649 - 650 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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
254 - 327 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-80 have?

The Mazda CX-80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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