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Nissan Qashqai vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or SsangYong Torres?

Nissan Qashqai vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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SsangYong Torres

  • very slightly more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Torres

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 SsangYong Torres offers very slightly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Qashqai is only slightly faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers marginally more torque with 339 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 9 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is only slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers visibly more boot space – 703 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

For maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Torres offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,662 L, about 215 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries very slightly more – 552 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres comes out clearly ahead 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 £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 462 km
Nissan Qashqai
SsangYong Torres

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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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Nissan Qashqai
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4,425 mm
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
SsangYong
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