Compare performance (205 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (29600 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Vauxhall Astra?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Astra has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4414 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
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 Vauxhall Astra has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 225 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs to a small extent better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls barely noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is barely noticeable lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers a bit more room – 504 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1447 L, which is about 108 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.
When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai minimal takes the win – 520 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
Overall, the Vauxhall Astra 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29600 - 39900 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
4425 mm
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1835 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
466 - 520 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 205 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
240 - 330 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 151 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.