Four variant grades have been confirmed for Australia – ST, TS, Ti, TL – and both petrol and diesel engine options are available with the new Nissan QASHQAI mid-size crossover, which arrives in local dealerships in July.
The new model, which sits along side the X-Trail as more of a road-going hatch, takes on Nissan’s latest styling language. It’s built on the Renault-Nissan Common Module Family platform which also underpins the X-Trail. Nissan promises an even greater level of premium comfort, technology, and attractive looks with the new version.
Some of the interesting technology updates include LED daytime running lights, adjustable steering modes, NissanConnect with smartphone connection and integrated apps (Facebook and Pandora), and an enhanced ‘Advanced Driver Assist Display’ console.
Under the bonnet, two engine packages are on offer. There’s the 2.0-litre ‘MR20’ four-cylinder petrol producing 106kW and 200Nm, and there’s the 1.6-litre ‘R9M’ turbo-diesel producing 96kW and 320Nm. The petrol is available with either a six-speed manual or CVT auto, while the diesel only comes with the CVT auto.
See below for the standout features for the respective variant grades;
Nissan QASHQAI ST (petrol):
– 17-inch alloy wheels
– Roof spoiler
– LED daytime running lights
– Door mirrors with indicators
– NissanConnect smartphone connectivit
– Rear Camera
– 5-inch QVGA Front Display
– Cruise Control
– Leather-accented steering wheel and gear shift knob
– Electronic park brake
– Front, side and curtain airbags
– Vehicle Dynamic Control, Anti-Lock Braking System, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
– Integrated Dynamics Module
– High Mount LED Stop Lamp
– Front and Rear Seat Belt Warning and Alarm
– Immobiliser
– Tether and ISOFIX
– Space saver wheel
Nissan QASHQAI TS (diesel) includes all of the spec of the ST plus/or:
– Idle Stop-Start
– Electric Folding Mirrors
– Rain Sensing Wipers
– Fog Lights
– Flexible Cargo Storage System
– Privacy Glass
– Premium Cloth Trim
– Engine Push Button Start with Intelligent Key
– Driver Lumbar Support
– Rear Centre Armrest
– Dual Zone Climate Control
– Six Audio Speakers
Nissan QASHQAI Ti (petrol) includes all of the spec of the ST plus/or:
– 19-inch alloy wheels
– 7-inch QVGA Front Display
– Navigation with traffic monitoring
– Around View Monitor
– Electric Folding Mirrors
– Privacy Glass
– Fog Lights
– Roof Rails
– Automatic High/Low LED Headlights
– Panoramic Roof
– Engine Push Button Start with Intelligent Key
– Rain sensing wipers
– Leather-accented seat trim
– Front heated seats
– Driver lumbar support
– Rear centre armrest
– Flexible Cargo Storage System
– Six Audio Speakers
– Dual-Zone Climate Control
– Blind Spot Warning Detection
– Lane Departure Warning
– Moving Object Detection
– High Beam Assist
– Driver Attention Support
Nissan QASHQAI TL (diesel) includes all of the spec of the Ti plus:
– Idle Stop-Start
Prices are as follows (excluding on-road costs):
| All-New Nissan QASHQAI | MSRP | Estimated Drive-Away |
| Petrol Grades | ||
| QASHQAI ST 2.0L six-speed manual | $25,850 | $28,949 |
| QASHQAI ST 2.0L Xtronic | $28,490 | $31,667 |
| QASHQAI Ti 2.0L six-speed manual | $32,490 | $35,787 |
| QASHQAI Ti 2.0L Xtronic | $34,990 | $38,365 |
| Diesel Grades | ||
| QASHQAI TS 1.6L turbo diesel Xtronic | $33,200 | $36,521 |
| QASHQAI TL 1.6L turbo diesel Xtronic | $37,990 | $41,455 |
