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Tesla Model Y vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model Y or Nissan Qashqai?

Tesla Model Y vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Model Y

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Qashqai is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,672 £.

Qashqai

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Qashqai is marginally faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers substantially more torque with 660 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

Model Y

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 533 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more boot space – 822 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 318 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers visibly more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 691 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries marginally more – 520 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y stands well ahead of its rival 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Franz
15 Sept 2025, 11:46:15

The Model Y has the perfect range for me!!!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
822 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Payload
435 - 472 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
201 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Nissan
Is the Tesla Model Y offered with different drivetrains?

The Tesla Model Y is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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