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SsangYong Korando vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Nissan Qashqai?

SsangYong Korando vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • marginally more trunk space
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,614 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 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 Qashqai offers very slightly more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers barely more torque with 360 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Korando

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 terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is barely lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers marginally more boot space – 551 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries somewhat more – 516 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando is barely ahead 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 £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 km
SsangYong Korando
Nissan Qashqai

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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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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SsangYong Korando
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, 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 - 190 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Nissan
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