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Nissan Qashqai vs VW Tayron – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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.

Nissan Qashqai has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10007 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

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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 Tayron has a noticeable edge – offering 272 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron 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: VW Tayron pulls a bit stronger with 400 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is a bit lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1682 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more room – 885 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 381 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs noticeable better – up to 2090 L, which is about 643 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, VW Tayron barely noticeable takes the win – 566 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tayron 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.

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VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
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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 Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
39600 - 53300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW

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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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