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Nissan Qashqai vs Audi A4 Avant comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Audi A4 Avant?

Nissan Qashqai vs Audi A4 Avant: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Audi A4 Avant

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Qashqai is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

A4 Avant

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 Audi A4 Avant offers significantly more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is a bit lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers only slightly more boot space – 504 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries only slightly more – 565 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant 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 £37,200
A4 Avant

Audi A4 Avant

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 470 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
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Nissan Qashqai

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The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 152 g/km
co2
126 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
510 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the Nissan Qashqai?

The Nissan Qashqai is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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