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Nissan X-Trail vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (213 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan X-Trail or Nissan Qashqai?

Nissan X-Trail vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X-Trail

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,552 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 X-Trail offers marginally more power – delivering 213 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers visibly more torque with 525 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.

X-Trail

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: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is a bit lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers slightly more boot space – 585 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries slightly more – 574 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai holds a slight edge 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Nissan X-Trail
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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Nissan X-Trail
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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
131 - 161 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 574 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Nissan
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