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Nissan Qashqai vs Toyota Yaris – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Yaris has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 7748 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Yaris @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 Toyota Yaris has a noticeable edge – offering 280 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs somewhat better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls a bit stronger with 390 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

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, Toyota Yaris is distinct lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers decisively more room – 504 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 218 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs noticeable better – up to 1447 L, which is about 512 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris minimal takes the win – 525 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £21,900
Yaris @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Yaris

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 9.5 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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Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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Nissan Qashqai
Toyota Yaris
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
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.