To buy a qashqui?

TheBeaTgoeson1 · 2025-10-13T07:07:07+00:00

Posting for traffic, and really hoping that I might be able to get some opinions. My last car, and Nissan Micra, has died, and I’ve made the decision not to replace her with another Micra. I am hoping to go slightly bigger, and have been looking at the qashqui. I wondered if anybody had any opinions about it, particularly in terms of space, reliability, and economy! And also whether you have a diesel or a petrol. I’d love some opinions, also does anybody have dogs and have a quashqui and therefore have a dog guard, I’ve done quite a lot of research, and I really fancy one, and tend to like Nissans as a whole. I just find the whole process of car searching really overwhelming, and it feels like the website‘s always tell you all the good bits! Thanks ☺️

Shade17 · 17/10/2025 16:30

Sw1989 · 17/10/2025 08:33

I have never had one so can't comment, but a family member had a newer 2022 one on lease and said it was a nightmare and full of electrical issues and couldn't wait to get rid. My uncle manages the service department for a Nissan dealership and says he wouldn't touch a newer Nissan with a barge pole. They are now owned by Renault apparently. I would really recommend having a look at the VW group or a Toyota if you want something really reliable. If you're wanting a larger SUV I'd be veering towards skoda Karoq/ Seat Ateca or a VW Tiguan? The 2.0 diesel engine is great. We have a 2017 Seat Leon diesel we've had since 2019 and it's never had any problems at all at nearly 100k miles. I've also had a Golf and 2 polos that gave minimal issues.

VWs are not reliable these days. Mediocre at best. Toyota is where it’s at

HRchatter · 17/10/2025 08:34

Sw1989 · 17/10/2025 08:33

I have never had one so can't comment, but a family member had a newer 2022 one on lease and said it was a nightmare and full of electrical issues and couldn't wait to get rid. My uncle manages the service department for a Nissan dealership and says he wouldn't touch a newer Nissan with a barge pole. They are now owned by Renault apparently. I would really recommend having a look at the VW group or a Toyota if you want something really reliable. If you're wanting a larger SUV I'd be veering towards skoda Karoq/ Seat Ateca or a VW Tiguan? The 2.0 diesel engine is great. We have a 2017 Seat Leon diesel we've had since 2019 and it's never had any problems at all at nearly 100k miles. I've also had a Golf and 2 polos that gave minimal issues.

Our 2015 Juke Had Renault stamped all over the engine

Sw1989 · 17/10/2025 08:33

I have never had one so can't comment, but a family member had a newer 2022 one on lease and said it was a nightmare and full of electrical issues and couldn't wait to get rid. My uncle manages the service department for a Nissan dealership and says he wouldn't touch a newer Nissan with a barge pole. They are now owned by Renault apparently. I would really recommend having a look at the VW group or a Toyota if you want something really reliable. If you're wanting a larger SUV I'd be veering towards skoda Karoq/ Seat Ateca or a VW Tiguan? The 2.0 diesel engine is great. We have a 2017 Seat Leon diesel we've had since 2019 and it's never had any problems at all at nearly 100k miles. I've also had a Golf and 2 polos that gave minimal issues.

BeaLola · 17/10/2025 08:22

I had a very reliable old diesel Qashqai - did just over 100,000 miles - had from new and it was a warhorse - apart from usual servicing only had the odd tyre replaced - loved it and it was my favourite car out of the few I've driven.

Exchange it due to mileage to a brand new petrol one about a year ago - hate it - had nothing but problems with it

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TheBeaTgoeson1 · 17/10/2025 07:50

Thanks everyone, and no, not interested in an estate or a saloon, had both of those in the past, just not for me I’m afraid. Do agree that they are more spacious.

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PlaceIntheClouds · 17/10/2025 03:05

Flakey99 · 16/10/2025 12:22

Presumably it depends on what you want an SUV for?

I bought my first SUV when I had my baby as it was a so much easier getting the baby car seat in and out of a car that’s a bit roomier and higher up.

Now, I like the fact that I can get in and out of it much easier than a car that’s nearer the ground. 😊

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I never recall having to lift a car seat into our cars. The car seat stayed there.

The other benefit of a saloon or estate is that not long after our DCs learned to walk they were happy climbing into their own car seats. No lifting of toddlers required so all we had to do was buckle their seat belts.

Miserable1 · 16/10/2025 23:11

I have a Qashqai and I rey love it. So far I've had no issues, although I've only had it 13 months (it's a 21 plate). I love being high up, like the 360 camera and find plenty of boot space for what I need. I have a petrol and get around 46mpg which I think is good? I don't seem to put much more fuel in it that my previous car (a 1.1 Suzuki Swift).
Mine is a 1.3 litre turbo and I find it really nippy!

MrFluffyDogIsMyBestFriend · 16/10/2025 22:56

I've got a ten year old Qashqui, very scratched and currently covered in bird poo and acorns.

It's been very reliable but as a PP said the engine light stays on all the time.

The boot is a bit of a funny shape...I have a sloped dog cage that just about fits in but there's no space left for anything else.

ellieinfrance · 16/10/2025 22:18

I liked mine overall. Loved the 360 camera, best I've ever had. But, car always felt under powered.

Shade17 · 16/10/2025 21:34

RoverReturn · 16/10/2025 19:50

The garage would somehow fudge it through the MOT.
I wasn't happy driving around with the light always on so managed to part exchange it for my current car.

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Of course. Dodgy as hell.

WhereAreWeNow · 16/10/2025 19:58

I drove a hired Qashqai recently and absolutely loved it. If I was in the market for a big SUV type car I'd get one. Really comfortable, easy drive.

RoverReturn · 16/10/2025 19:50

Shade17 · 16/10/2025 11:47

DPF removal is also an MOT failure.

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The garage would somehow fudge it through the MOT.
I wasn't happy driving around with the light always on so managed to part exchange it for my current car.

Jc2001 · 16/10/2025 19:35

RubySquid · 13/10/2025 09:09

Doesbt that deped on the age of it? MY DD used to have one but I don't think it had extra battery,

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If it was a hybrid it would have had an extra battery.

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TheBeaTgoeson1 · 16/10/2025 18:59

Thanks everyone!

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Flakey99 · 16/10/2025 12:22

PlaceIntheClouds · 16/10/2025 12:00

SUVs are not as practical as people seem to think they are. If you want a bigger car then get a saloon or an estate.

Presumably it depends on what you want an SUV for?

I bought my first SUV when I had my baby as it was a so much easier getting the baby car seat in and out of a car that’s a bit roomier and higher up.

Now, I like the fact that I can get in and out of it much easier than a car that’s nearer the ground. 😊

PlaceIntheClouds · 16/10/2025 12:00

SUVs are not as practical as people seem to think they are. If you want a bigger car then get a saloon or an estate.

MrsM2025 · 16/10/2025 11:52

Just got my Qashqai yesterday - petrol automatic
I love it so far - it’s much nippier than I thought!
I did like Jukes but then read they were voted Which Car? Number 1 for unreliability last year!

Shade17 · 16/10/2025 11:47

Username12284949 · 15/10/2025 22:27

This is what happened with mine I ended up getting it permanently deleted from the system. My dpf was badly blocked though and I was long overdue a service which made matters worse, after the service I felt a difference but the light wouldn’t go out so had it removed as it’s an MOT failure.

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DPF removal is also an MOT failure.

Copperoliverbear · 15/10/2025 23:12

I have one always had VW before, I have an e power, I love it so much more spec for your money, really lovely to drive.

Username12284949 · 15/10/2025 22:27

RoverReturn · 15/10/2025 16:09

The diesel particulate filter warning light was permanently on. Couldn't get it sorted. So it always appeared there was a warning .

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This is what happened with mine I ended up getting it permanently deleted from the system. My dpf was badly blocked though and I was long overdue a service which made matters worse, after the service I felt a difference but the light wouldn’t go out so had it removed as it’s an MOT failure.

RoverReturn · 15/10/2025 16:09

TheBeaTgoeson1 · 15/10/2025 13:23

Thank you! Which problems did it cause?

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The diesel particulate filter warning light was permanently on. Couldn't get it sorted. So it always appeared there was a warning .

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TheBeaTgoeson1 · 15/10/2025 13:23

Also, thanks everyone!

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TheBeaTgoeson1 · 15/10/2025 13:23

RoverReturn · 15/10/2025 08:39

I had 2013 diesel qashqai and it being diesel caused problems so I would advise against it on that basis.

Thank you! Which problems did it cause?

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Cornishbelle · 15/10/2025 10:17

2016 diesel here owned 6 years is absolutely fantastic average mpg around 40 for localish trips, we did a long trip down to Devon from midlands and got 99mpg!

Everanewbie · 15/10/2025 10:04

I had the 2022 n-connecta (post facelift). Tons of gadgets and safety features. Gearbox wasn't the smoothest but ok. Plenty of room, was a lot of car for the price. I had a mild hybrid petrol, it wasn't the most efficient to be honest but not horrendous.

I'd go for acenta premium spec as a minimum.