Category: Nissan Qashqai
Nissan Qashqai Gets Significant Updates
Posted by Group1 Nissan on 13 Sep 2024
Soon-to-be-launched facelifted Nissan Qashqai
Though the Qashqai may have taken a bow in South Africa for the time being, its story is far from over on the global stage. In April 2024, Nissan lifted the curtain on the facelifted third generation Qashqai, proving that this beloved crossover isn’t ready to slow down anytime soon. With a fresh look and renewed spirit, the Qashqai continues to impress in markets where it remains a key player.
Soon-to-be-launched facelifted Nissan Qashqai
Updated Exterior Look
The exterior has received some serious attention, with design tweaks that make it more dynamic and visually striking. For starters, Nissan’s signature V-Motion grille has been traded for a more geometric design, adding a bolder, more sophisticated look. This new grille draws inspiration from ancient Japanese armour scales, adding a layer of heritage to the Qashqai’s modern persona. Complementing this are new comma-shaped LED daytime running lights, while higher-end models get a ‘chin strap’ body-colour detail around the bumper.
Nissan hasn’t neglected the back end either. While the shape of the taillights remains familiar, the internal design has been revamped with four individual red lighting elements that mirror the grille’s comma shape. Add a reshaped bumper with sleek gloss black or body-colour finishes on the higher-grade models, and you’ve got a small SUV that’s looking sharper than ever.
For the wheels, you can now choose from new alloy designs, available in 18″, 19″, and even 20″ options, giving you that extra flair to suit your style. Plus, with new colour choices like pearl white, pearl black, and Deep Ocean, there’s more room for personalisation.
Soon-to-be-launched facelifted Nissan Qashqai
Step Inside: Luxury And Tech Updates To Keep You Connected
On the interior front, Nissan has made the cabin feel as premium as ever, with Alcantara gracing various surfaces, including the dashboard, armrests, and door inserts. Optional quilted leather or synthetic leather seats with burnt umber accents are some additional small touches that give the Qashqai a luxurious yet still down-to-earth vibe.
The 2025 Nissan Qashqai is also packed with tech upgrades to keep you connected and comfortable. For the first time, the Qashqai integrates Google built-in services in its 12.3-inch infotainment system. With Google’s voice assistant, you can control everything from navigation to climate control with simple voice commands, so no more fumbling with buttons while you’re driving. You’ll also find Nissan’s latest bird’s eye surround-view camera system, which gives you eight different external viewpoints to make parking and manoeuvring easier.
Trusty Power Under The Hood
The powertrains for the 2025 Qashqai bring a mix of performance and fuel efficiency. Here’s what’s powering this refreshed model:
- 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 117 kW and 270 Nm of torque, paired with a CVT transmission.
For those seeking eco-friendly options, the e-Power hybrid variant features:
- A 140 kW electric motor powering the front wheels.
- A 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine acting as a generator for the battery, delivering smooth, electric-like power without needing to plug in.
Soon-to-be-launched facelifted Nissan Qashqai
Will It Return To South Africa?
As of now, there’s no official confirmation from Nissan South Africa about whether the facelifted Qashqai will make its way back to our shores. But with all the upgrades it’s received, we can certainly hope that one day, it might grace our roads again.
Until then, the 2025 Nissan Qashqai will continue to be a standout in markets where it will be available, an SUV that looks great, feels luxurious, and offers top-notch performance. Discover the latest Nissan models available in South Africa, or explore our wide selection of quality pre-owned vehicles at Group1 Nissan today!
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End Of The Road For The (Current) Nissan Qashqai In South Africa
Posted by Group1 Nissan on 29 Jul 2024
The new Nissan Qashqai is stunning!
After nearly 17 years in the South African market, the Nissan Qashqai has reached the end of its journey with the crossover being discontinued locally, at least for now. This sad news is however coupled with the exciting prospect of a refreshed Qashqai which is said to be taking to the roads with bold restyling, upgraded tech features and more! We take a look at what Nissan fans can expect going forward.
The Qashqai was first launched in South Africa in September 2007 and over the years established itself as a popular choice among South African consumers with the crossover being perfect for most South African’s lifestyle needs.
Despite the discontinuation, Nissan South Africa has reassured its customers that this decision will not impact the after-sales services currently provided. This commitment demonstrates Nissan’s dedication to supporting its existing customer base.
Looking To The Future Of The Qashqai
While the Qashqai’s chapter in South Africa has closed for now, the model continues to evolve and thrive in other markets. A facelifted version of the Qashqai was revealed in April 2024, showcasing Nissan’s ongoing commitment to this popular crossover.
The refreshed Qashqai offers a glimpse of Nissan’s future direction for this popular crossover. Changes include a striking new front grille and sharper headlights, giving the vehicle a more dynamic presence on the road. Inside, upmarket interior upgrades, including luxurious Alcantara trim on higher grades, create a more refined cabin experience.
The vehicle also embraces advanced technology, featuring Google built-in infotainment for seamless connectivity. Perhaps most notably, the innovative e-POWER system provides an EV-like driving experience without the need for external charging, positioning the Qashqai at the forefront of hybrid technology in its class.
While South African consumers may not have access to these updates, the refreshed Qashqai represents Nissan’s vision for the future of crossovers in many other parts of the world.
As Nissan South Africa evaluates opportunities for new products, the global evolution of the Qashqai serves as a reminder of the brand’s commitment to innovation and meeting changing customer needs across different markets.
Learn more about the latest Nissan Qashqai in South Africa or browse our range of new or used models at Group1 Nissan today!
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Best-Selling Car In The UK – The New Nissan Qashqai
Posted by Group1 Nissan on 18 Jan 2023
UK Motorists Love It And We Love The Nissan Qashqai Too!
In the early ‘70 British cars were trend setters. Marques like Jag and Bently, Rover and Austin were world beaters, and it was difficult to see how the nascent Japanese auto industry could get a foothold in that market. And yet it did.
In the past half century, while Britain lost its car industry to foreign ownership, Japanese cars have gone from cheap and reliable to market leaders. These cars were readily accepted by the motoring mad British driving public, and now leading this pack is the third-generation Nissan Qashqai.
Nissan has a massive presence in Britain, through its key Sunderland plant, one of the manufacturing pillars that underpin Nissan’s presence in the international motoring market.
And now the Qashqai is the best selling car in the UK.
The Nissan Qashqai is well-known in South Africa and around the world. It was, a decade or more ago, the car that launched the wildly popular crossover segment. The crossover combines the best of a normal car or station wagon with the bits that make SUVs so popular. So the Qashqai is spacious and well appointed, seating 5 comfortably, with a huge boot and nice ground clearance. This superb balance gives you a family car, an urban run-around for a working person, and the ability to leave it all behind and go off-road.
The Qashqai has taken this appealing combination through three generations to what is now its most popular iteration yet.The internal combustion-only powered Qashqai in the UK is very similar to the Qashqai you can buy in SA, so the same features that make it so popular there can be enjoyed here too.
In the base trim we get 6 airbags, an 8-inch audio display, Android/Apple infotainment, reverse camera, 17” alloy wheels, cruise control, LED headlamps and a wireless charger. One step up gives you ProPilot level one autonomous display, 18” wheels and lane-keep assist among others.
In the UK, though, you can get a Qashqai with e-Power. A frugal petrol engine powers a battery which drives the front wheels, giving you the range and flexibility of petrol with the economy, responsiveness and massive torque of an EV.
We believe the Qashqai will soon get an e-Power variant in South Africa, but we don’t know when. In the meantime, what are you waiting for? Take a Qashqai for a test drive and see for yourself why the whole world is still in love with this car after all these years.
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New Nissan Qashqai Scores Five-Star ANCAP Safety Rating
Posted by Group1 Nissan on 22 Nov 2022
New Nissan Qashqai Earns Top Safety Ratings
With vehicle safety an increasingly important purchasing decision, consumers will be pleased to know that the new Nissan Qashqai has earned five stars from the Australian crash tester ANCAP, based on tests in 2021 by Euro NCAP. However, this only applies to the Nissan Qashqai petrol variants and not the upcoming petrol-electric Qashqai e-Power.
Nissan Qashqai ANCAP Safety Rating Results Among The Best
The Nissan Qashqai received top marks in each of the four key areas with impressive numbers, particularly in safety assist and occupant protection. Here is a simple breakdown of the Qashqai’s safety ratings:
- 97% within the Safety Assist category
- 91% for Adult Occupant Protection
- 93% for Child Occupant Protection
- 74% for Vulnerable Road User Protection
The 97% score in Safety Assist is, in fact, the second-highest ever recorded under ANCAP’s latest criteria which means the 2023 Nissan Qashqai is just behind the Tesla Model Y electric SUV with a score of 98%.
While the Qashqai received full marks for occupant status, lane support and Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) junction assist systems, it did get some minor penalties in terms of speed assistance and AEB car-to-car systems.
Occupant Safety And Vulnerable User Protection
Another impressive result for the new Nissan Qashqai is achieving 93% for Child Occupant Protection, which is equal to the highest scores recorded by ANCAP, matching the 2023 Ford Ranger and the Ford Everest SUV.
The Qashqai also scored perfectly on the dynamic side and restraint installation tests, with a few small deductions for its front test score and onboard safety features. A 91% score for Adult Occupant Protection in the Nissan Qashqai was courtesy of the side impact, oblique pole and far side impact tests.
In the frontal offset and full-width frontal assessments, the driver’s chest protection received an ‘adequate’ performance score, while in the full-width test, the adult female dummy seated in the second row only had a ‘marginal’ performance for chest protection. The Qashqai also had a minor deduction of 1.54 points due to its “moderate risk to occupants of an oncoming vehicle in the MPDB (frontal offset) test”.
Within the Vulnerable Road User Protection category, the Qashqai’s bonnet provided adequate or good protection to the head of a struck pedestrian but its stiff windscreen pillars resulted in marginal or poor results.
Nissan Qashqai Safety Features
Considering the long list of safety features on the new Nissan Qashqai, it’s no surprise that it scored so well. In terms of the model in South Africa, here are some of the standard safety equipment you can expect:
- Up to six Airbags
- ISOFIX and seat belt reminders
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Brake Assist System (BAS)
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)
- Tyre Pressure Monitor
- Intelligent Around View Monitor
- Moving Object Detection
- Reverse Camera
- Intelligent Blind Spot Warning and Intervention
- Intelligent Cross-Traffic Alert
- Intelligent Forward Emergency Braking
- Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- Intelligent Lane Departure Warning incl. Lane Departure Prevention
- Autonomous Drive Level 1 (ProPilot)
- Intelligent Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Driver Attention Alert
- Parking Sensors (Front & Rear)
Carla Hoorweg, ANCAP CEO said: “Nissan is to be congratulated for the Qashqai’s range of active safety systems. The presence and performance of these features demonstrate the significant effort Nissan has made to offer the best safety equipment possible to Nissan Qashqai buyers.”
In closing, Hoorweg continued by stating that these impressive safety performance scores under ANCAP’s most stringent protocols will be welcomed by families and fleet buyers who are looking at their next SUV.
For more information on the new Nissan Qashqai or to book a test drive, visit any of our showrooms in Kuils River, Uitenhage, Stellenbosch or Johannesburg.
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