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Nissan Qashqai vs Subaru Crosstrek – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Nissan Qashqai meets Subaru Crosstrek.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Nissan Qashqai

Subaru Crosstrek

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

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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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £. That’s a price difference of around 215 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Qashqai has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 205 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs barely noticeable better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Subaru Crosstrek tops out at 198 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls significantly stronger with 330 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is a bit lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers evident more room – 504 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs barely noticeable better – up to 1447 L, which is about 133 L more than the Subaru Crosstrek.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai hardly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Nissan Qashqai shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

Nissan Qashqai
Subaru Crosstrek

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Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L

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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Nissan Qashqai
Subaru Crosstrek
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

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.

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