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Nissan Qashqai vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (205 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or VW Passat?
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 VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.
Passat
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 VW Passat offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Passat is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.
Qashqai
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 terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is somewhat lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers clearly more boot space – 690 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Passat offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 323 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries very slightly more – 577 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat is far ahead overall 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 £36,500
VW Passat
Nissan Qashqai
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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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VW Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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Nissan Qashqai
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4,425 mm
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Length
4,917 mm
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Width
1,835 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
1,625 mm
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Height
1,521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
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Payload
466 - 520 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 205 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
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Torque
240 - 330 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 151 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
VW
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