Any advice about buying a Nissan Qashqai?

Thinking of buying a Nissan Qashqai 1.6 SV 4×4 Premium; would you have any advice?

John Haverry

Jan 2019 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi John,

The Qashqai is a decent choice, and that 1.6 dCi diesel engine is a superior unit to the older 1.5-litre model. The four-wheel-drive system is useful too, especially if you’re living out in the sticks, but if most of your mileage is in town, then it might be a bit redundant, and doesn’t do any favours to the fuel consumption. The only concern would be that, long-term, the Qashqai does seem to develop its fair share of reliability issues, with electrics being the primary culprits, so make sure you get one with a full service history and check every switch and system.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe