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Nissan Qashqai vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Nissan Qashqai vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

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.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,757 £.

Rocks Electric

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 8 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

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

Qashqai

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.

Seats: Nissan Qashqai offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 862 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers significantly more boot space – 504 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 441 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries considerably more – 516 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 374 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric is far 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.

from £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Nissan Qashqai
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Nissan Qashqai
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
98 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Vauxhall
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