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Nissan Qashqai vs Subaru Outback – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Nissan Qashqai or Subaru Outback fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Qashqai has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 205 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs slight better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls evident stronger with 330 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 78 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is somewhat lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1643 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers slightly more room – 561 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs evident better – up to 1822 L, which is about 375 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Outback hardly perceptible takes the win – 557 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Qashqai proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Qashqai is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,600
Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

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
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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
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
102 - 154 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru

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Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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