What is the value of the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER in the city and in everyday life? Our 100% urban test of the hybrid crossover, equipped with the new e-POWER engine of the third generation. Electric comfort and versatility are on the agenda.
The Japanese crossover is evolving and welcomes the new e-POWER engine that we recently discovered on Spanish roads. After this very positive first contact, it was time to test the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER a little more in depth, starting with the city. Enough to appreciate all the qualities of a successful crossover, both for its ease and equipment, and for the electric approval of this very efficient hybrid engine. Here is our 100% urban test for everyday use.
Nissan Qashqai e-POWER: versatile format
Let’s start with a little external reminder. The Nissan Qashqai equipped with the new e-POWER continues the line of its predecessorswhich makes it a naturally known crossover. Besides some micro-modifications in favor of aerodynamic performance. This is especially true for the redesigned mirror shells, wheel deflectors and even the lower front bumper bar. Overall, The Japanese therefore maintain very modern lines in a versatile format.
Its dimensions: Length 4.42 meters AND Width 1.83 metersFor Height 1.62 meters including 18 cm clearance. Finally, the Qashqai benefits from it the same wheelbase of 2.66 metersfavorable habitability on board. Also note that our test model in Tekna+ high finishwhich will not go unnoticed with its two-tone Fuji Red paint and metallic black roof, it rests on 20-inch alloy wheels. Let’s also mention that in terms of styling, 17-inch rims are now available from the entry-level Acenta.
Inside: over-equipped comfort
Our Nissan Qashqai e-POWER is just as familiar on the insidebecause he welcomes us there again the same modern and elegant atmosphere.
Aboard our Tekna+ high finishblack stitched leather upholstery with alcantara inserts found almost everywhere on the furniture, from the dashboard to the door panels, not forgetting the side armrests and center armrest.
It is obvious that this interior, although quite dark, is flattering on a daily basis and very comfortable with every installation in a crossover. Front and back, The driver and passengers benefit from a large living space. Thanks for that wheelbase on one sidebut also maximum ground clearance the presence of a fixed panoramic roof.
We appreciate it from our side equipment available to the driver and his passenger : heated steering wheel, heated windshield, heated seats… and massages! A feature that we keep mainly for long trips, but which always comes in handy for short trips as well.
generally speaking our passengers appreciate the comfort on board. The armrest requires, only the middle passenger will have to deal with a slightly harder backrest. A detail that fortunately it presents no problem on daily tripsespecially on urban routes.
As for the techno environment, a special mention of the induction charger and Apple CarPlay connection (or Android Auto) immediateboth practical for every day installation.
Power: essentially electric
In terms of performance, Nissan Qashqai e-POWER naturally features exclusive hybridization. We remind you that the third generation of Nissan’s exclusive hybrid engine is coming its share of new functions in favor of performance and driving pleasurebehind the wheel of a crossover.
Under the hood we find a new 5in1 drive unit (electric motor, inverter, generator, reducer, multiplier). Set more compact and lighter than before, still based on the 1.5 3-cylinder petrol engine. But since the other never drives the wheels, we enjoy a perfectly executed electrified experience. The new e-POWER really delivers Quietest operation and especially smooth acceleration.
result: electric car operationperfect for the city. In urban areas, the Nissan Qashqai New e-POWER a delicacy even for traveling at a moderate pace (ie up to 50 km/h) only when maneuvering at low speed.
Added to that acoustic work, which makes it 5.6 dB less noisy. If the previous Qashqai wasn’t already too noisy, the new one is even more discreet. No vibration or mechanical resonance associated with the heat engine, our crossover it moves smoothly and is responsive enough for the daily commute. In Eco mode as e-Pedal, you will very quickly master the “One Pedal” steering, which is very convincing and easy to control.
Ride and handling: urban par excellence
Surely you understand, Nissan Qashqai e-POWER is like that perfectly fine in an urban environment. From the lightness of the steering to the comfort of the electric controls, including the 11.1 meter turning diameter of this 4.42 meter long crossover, everything is “easy” behind the wheel..
Among the techno equipment of our Tekna+ finish, a special mention of the 360° camera very practical when parkingbut also in confined spaces thanks to the cameras on the front wheels. After all, it would be a shame to damage the beautiful 20-inch rims. For those who want to relax more, automatic parking is also available and quite efficientonce the parking type (combat or slot) has been selected.
Consumption and autonomy: up to 1,200 km?
it’s there the greatest strength of the new third generation e-POWER engine. With even more controlled consumption, the Japanese crossover promises up to 1,200 km in a mixed urban/suburban cycle. And I confirm it to you without any tension: will actually reach them. With a Tank 55 liters AND average combined consumption of 4.5 l/100 kmwe are actually passing through on paper some 1,222 km. For fans of the numbers, Nissan announces savings of up to 1.2 l/100 km with mixed consumptionAND up to 1.5 l/100 km on highways. This means a real autonomy of 1,000 km on the road (ADAC protocol) and up to 1,200 km in mixed driving.
in practice the promise is more than kept because economy driving allows you to even drop below 4 l/100 km ! All with fully electric comfortthanks to the heat engine that works discreetly under the hood. In EV mode, the 2.1 kWh battery delivers just the right amount of power and quietly recharges the rest of the time. With almost 100% city driving every day, the intervals between refueling are… important. Or how they offer the endurance of a diesel, with a petrol hybrid engine and the benefits of electric driving. All without forgetting reduction of emissions from 116 to 102 g/km CO2.
Price of Nissan Qashqai New e-Power: from 37,600 EUR
The icing on the cake prices are reduced at Nissan. The Qashqai New e-POWER is now shown in its basic Acenta version from €37,600or a a reduction of €2,000 compared to the previous generationwith an equivalent configuration.
Count €46,300 for our very equipped high endwith a two-tone finish, 20-inch rims and a host of cutting-edge technologies on board. A more competitive offer, all the more interesting because this compact SUV is now smarter, more efficient, more durable and more environmentally friendly.
Until September 30, a discount of €3,600
And to make it even more attractive, Nissan is currently offering a €3,600 discount until 30 September 2025 on the purchase of the new Qashqai e-POWEReither call price EUR 34,000 take advantage of the crossover and its new hybrid engine.
Longer time between two oil changes
More good news: maintenance intervals are getting longer, oil change takes place after 20,000 kmcompared to 15,000 km earlier, thanks to the use of 0w40 engine oil. So many improvements made without changing a formula that works: the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER hybridization, which already accounts for 90% of Qashqai sales in France. With perfect performance in everyday urban environments and a very “EV” driving pleasure, there is no doubt that it should continue its momentum.
