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2021 Nissan Qashqai: Engine details revealed
The Nissan Qashqai adopts a range of mild-hybrid and e-Power hybrid powertrains in Europe, and the latter looks likely for Australia.
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About the Nissan Qashqai
Last updated Sep 26, 2025The new Nissan Qashqai is a small SUV offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $27,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the ST variant and topping out at $39,090 for the TI.
There are 6 variants of the Qashqai available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2020.
Engine options include 2.0L petrol direct injection (106kW/200Nm) and 2.0L multi-point injection (106kW/200Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or variable sp automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2020 Qashqai is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
74.18 - 78.93 kW/t
58.22 kW/t
93.65 kW/t
Boot Space
430 litres
264 litres
591 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.9 - 7.7 L/100km
3.8 L/100km
9.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
844 - 942 km
610 km
1,104 km
Price
$27,990 - $39,090
$19,990
$65,290
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year
2 years
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,900 - 1,925 kg
1,600 kg
2,189 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,400 kg
400 kg
2,000 kg
Approach Angle
19°
15.8°
30.3°
Departure Angle
28.5°
18.8°
33.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
186 mm
125 mm
225 mm
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2020 Nissan Qashqai Price
ST
ST+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $31,990 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $32,290 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $32,590 |
St-L
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $34,000 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $34,300 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $34,600 |
N-Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $35,000 |
Midnight Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $35,900 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,200 |
Ti
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $38,490 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $38,790 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $39,090 |
*excl. on-roads
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2020 Nissan Qashqai Specs
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2020 Nissan Qashqai Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Nissan Qashqai
The most fuel efficient Nissan Qashqai is the ST with a Variable SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.0L Petrol Direct Injection and uses 6.9L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Nissan Qashqai | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.7 L/100km |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Nissan Qashqai?
The Nissan Qashqai has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2020 Nissan Qashqai Warranty
What is the warranty on a Nissan Qashqai?
The Nissan Qashqai offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Nissan Qashqai FAQs
The cheapest Nissan Qashqai is the ST that starts from $27,990.
The most expensive Nissan Qashqai is the Ti that starts from $39,090.
The best towing capacity of a Nissan Qashqai is offered by the ST which can tow 1400 kg
The largest Nissan Qashqai is the ST which measures 1806mm wide, 4394mm in length and sits 1595mm tall.
The most powerful Nissan Qashqai is the ST which has 106kW of power from its 2.0L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Nissan Qashqai is built in Great Britain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Nissan Qashqai is the ST which weighs 1925 kg (kerb weight).
The Nissan Qashqai uses Unleaded.