The award-winning Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover SUV that has been a popular choice for UK drivers and other markets since its introduction in 2006. It offers a unique combination of practicality, style, and affordability, making it an attractive option for families, young professionals, and anyone looking for a versatile vehicle that can handle various driving needs.

One of the standout features of the Qashqai is its spacious and versatile interior. It offers ample room for five passengers, with plenty of legroom and headroom in the front and rear seats. The rear seats can also be folded down to create a flat cargo floor, providing plenty of room for hauling larger items when needed. The Qashqai also offers a generous amount of storage space, with large door pockets, a centre console, and several other compartments for storing smaller items.

It has always offered a unique combination of practicality, style and affordability, making it an attractive option for families, young professionals, and anyone looking for a versatile vehicle than can handle various driving needs.  However, this latest iteration, designed and built in the UK, is even more classier, quieter, sophisticated and better equipped.

Driving the 2023 Nissan Qashqai

Another advantage of the Nissan Qashqai is that it's designed to provide drivers with a smooth and relaxing ride, with a well-tuned suspension system that helps to absorb bumps and rough roads.  The steering is light and responsive, making it easy to manoeuvre in tight spaces and park in tight spots.  The Qashqai also offers excellent visibility, with large windows and a high seating position, making it easy to see the road ahead.

Nissan Qashqai 2023 trim levels

Whichever trim level you opt for will depend on what you want from your vehicle, but the 2023 Qashqai range is made up of the following five trims:

First up is the Visia trim level. As the base model, the Visia comes with a range of standard features such as LED daytime running lights, automatic headlights, electric windows, manual air conditioning, a 7-inch infotainment system with touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity, DAB digital radio, USB and AUX-in ports, and rear automatic emergency braking. This is a great option for those who want a reliable, functional car without breaking the bank.

Next is the Acenta Premium trim level. This adds more features to the Qashqai, such as 17" alloy wheels, heated door mirrors that fold, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, cruise control with speed limiter, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The Acenta Premium is an excellent choice for those who want a few extra features without spending too much money.

Moving up to the mid-range trim, the N-Connecta adds even more features to the Qashqai. These include 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, rear tinted privacy glass, front and rear parking sensors, a 360-degree colour camera, keyless entry and start, automatic high beam, and NissanConnect Services. One of the most significant benefits of the N-Connecta is that you get the larger 12.3" digital driver display and a 9.0" infotainment screen. The N-Connecta is perfect for those who want a car with a bit more tech and convenience features.

Near the top of the range is the Tekna trim level. The Tekna trims are the most luxurious and advanced of the Qashqai trims available in the UK. The Tekna comes with a range of premium features, such as LED headlights with Adaptive Driving Beam, cloth and syntech Leather monoform seats, an electrically adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support, heated front seats and steering wheel, a fixed glass sunroof with electric sunshade, and the driver benefits from a head-up display in addition to a large 12.3" digital touchscreen screen. 

The infotainment system is pretty much identical to the one provided in the N-Connecta trim, but you also get a handy surround-view rear camera for safer parking in addition to the standard reversing camera. Wireless charging is also available. Drivers can also use Nissan’s fantastic ProPilot semi-autonomous driving capabilities on automatic versions.

This trim level is ideal for those who want a premium SUV experience with all the bells and whistles.

Finally, there is the Tekna+ trim level. This comes with even more premium features, such as 20" alloy wheels, exclusive exterior styling, a premium Bose sound system and quilted leather seats with a massage function (in the front). The Tekna+ is the ultimate Qashqai for those who want one of the most luxurious and technologically advanced SUVs on the market.

In conclusion, the Nissan Qashqai 2023 UK trim levels offer a great range of features to suit every budget and need. Whether you're looking for a reliable car with basic features or a luxurious SUV with all the bells and whistles, there is a Qashqai trim level for you. Be sure to check out the different options and take a test drive to find the one that's right for you.

Nissan Qashqai 2023 engines

Diesel

Perhaps it's a sign of the times we live in, but there are no diesel engine options available for the 2023 Nissan Qashqai.

Mild-hybrid petrol

1.3 DiG-T Petrol: This engine is available in two different power outputs - 140 bhp and 158 bhp. Both options have four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engines and 12v mild-hybrid technology that balances power and fuel efficiency well. 

The lower-powered 140 bhp version comes with a six-speed manual gearbox, while you can get the 158 bhp version with either the six-speed manual gearbox or the seven-speed dual-clutch Xtronic CVT automatic gearbox.

Hybrid

Since 2022 you can lease a hybrid model of the Nissan Qashqai, badged as "e-Power". This model uses the 1.5L petrol engine as a generator and doesn't have a direct connection to the wheels. Instead, this engine charges the battery and powers the electric motors. When nipping around town, the e-Power can feel like you're driving an electric car, as it's such a refined, silent and smooth system.

The e-Power is much quicker than the mild-hybrid engine models, which can go from 0-62mph in 7.9s. In contrast, acceleration with the 1.3L mild-hybrid petrol engine with the manual gearbox takes 9.5 seconds or 9.2 seconds with the Xtronic automatic gearbox.

Overall, the engine options available for the 2023 Nissan Qashqai in the UK provide a good mix of power and fuel efficiency to suit different driving needs. Whether you want a mild-hybrid petrol or hybrid engine, a manual or automatic gearbox, or front-wheel or all-wheel drive, you'll find the right engine option for you.

Nissan Qashqai 2023 practicality and space

The 2023 Nissan Qashqai has a spacious and well-designed interior, with comfortable seating for five passengers. The Qashqai has plenty of headroom and legroom for both front and rear passengers, and the seats are supportive and comfortable for long journeys.

The boot area is also relatively spacious for a compact SUV, with a total space of 504-litres with the rear seats in place, which provides plenty of room to store your weekly shop or everything you need for taking your family on road trips.  Up to 1,441-litres of space can be made available by placing the rear seats down, making it easy to carry larger items.

Thankfully, the e-Power hybrid model doesn't lose any boot space. Sometimes with hybrids (especially plug-ins) the boot space decreases because the underfloor storage is used up by a large battery pack. 

Nissan Qashqai 2023 safety

The Qashqai scored a maximum of five stars in the Euro NCAP ratings, scoring 91% for adult and child occupant safety.  Safety assists were rated even higher at 95% - this is one very safe SUV.

Active safety features include rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning, blind spot intervention and lane intervention systems.  Rear parking sensors and adaptive cruise control are also standard across all models.

Nissan Qashqai 2023 summary

In conclusion, the Nissan Qashqai is a versatile and attractive crossover SUV that offers a range of features to meet the needs of drivers in different markets. With its spacious interior, comfortable ride, fuel-efficient engines, advanced safety features, and stylish design, the Qashqai is a well-rounded vehicle that provides good value for money. 

Whether you're looking for a practical family car, a stylish urban vehicle, or a versatile SUV, the Nissan Qashqai is definitely worth considering.

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