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Nissan Qashqai vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or SsangYong Rexton?

Nissan Qashqai vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably 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.

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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Qashqai is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,529 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

Rexton

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 Nissan Qashqai offers only slightly more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers noticeably more torque with 441 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm more.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers noticeably more boot space – 784 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 254 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manual, 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

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Reviews Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (5 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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Frank Williams CPA/ ACCA/ CPD
22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 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
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
SsangYong
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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