Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

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

How much power does the Nissan Qashqai deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the Nissan Qashqai delivers up to 205 HP.

How much fuel does the Nissan Qashqai use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 4.50 L.

How big is the Nissan Qashqai overall?

Length 4425 mm, width 1835 mm, height 1625 mm – those are the dimensions of the Nissan Qashqai.

What drivetrain options does the VW Polo have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo reaches a peak output of 207 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Polo use?

On average, the VW Polo consumes 5.10 L.

What are the dimensions of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo measures 4074 mm long, 1751 mm wide and 1451 mm high.

Nissan Qashqai vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

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

Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

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.

VW Polo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12604 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

Polo @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 VW Polo has a minimal edge – offering 207 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs slightly better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls minimal stronger with 330 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 10 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Polo is noticeable lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers clearly perceptible more room – 504 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1447 L, which is about 322 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai somewhat takes the win – 520 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Polo shows itself to be has the upper hand 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 29600 - 39900 £	Price 17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 6.8 L	Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 102 - 154 g/km	co2 116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type Hatchback
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1420 - 1665 kg	Curb weight 1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity 479 - 504 L	Trunk capacity 351 L
Length 4425 mm	Length 4074 mm
Width 1835 mm	Width 1751 mm
Height 1625 mm	Height 1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity 1422 - 1447 L	Max trunk capacity 1125 L
Payload 466 - 520 kg	Payload 432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid	Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 205 HP	Power HP 80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.6 - 10.2 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed 170 - 206 km/h	Max Speed 171 - 240 km/h
Torque 240 - 330 Nm	Torque 93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 103 - 151 kW	Power kW 59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity 1332 - 1498 cm3	Engine capacity 999 - 1984 cm3