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Nissan Qashqai vs Mazda CX-6e comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Mazda CX-6e?

Nissan Qashqai vs Mazda CX-6e: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-6e

  • visibly more power
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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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Qashqai is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mazda CX-6e costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,243 £.

CX-6e

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 Mazda CX-6e offers visibly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda CX-6e takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers slightly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers only slightly more boot space – 504 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries visibly more – 516 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai sits just ahead 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.

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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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Reviews Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
468 - 484 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
2,205 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
468 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Mazda
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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