by Qashqai is the second most compact crossover in the brand’s lineup, which grew in size with the generational change in 2013, underwent a radical exterior update, but became almost indistinguishable from the platform-sharing model X-Trail. In part, this is even a plus. The design style itself is concise and expressive. In the cabin, the feeling of déjà vu reappears: the steering wheel, dashboard, and instruments are identical to those of the X-Trail. 
Engines
Qashqai is available with three engines, but the 115-horsepower 1.2-liter gasoline engine is a bit weak, so the choice essentially boils down to the 2.0-liter gasoline “four” with 144 horsepower or the 1.6-liter turbodiesel with 130 horsepower.
Both higher-end engines are the same as those in the X-Trail. The diesel Nissan Qashqai and the gasoline version 1.2 are front-wheel drive, with the all-wheel-drive transmission available only for the 2.0 engine. Depending on the engine and drive type, the car is equipped with either a manual or a CVT. 
Qashqai 2018 pleases with stability on the straight, excellent brakes, and unusually sharp responses in turns for a crossover. The downside of such chassis tuning is excessive suspension stiffness, and even switching to tires with a higher profile doesn’t help the situation.
Access to the rear seats is convenient, the trunk door opens higher than before, but the compartment itself, due to the full-sized spare tire (a feature of the Ukrainian configuration), doesn’t impress with volume. 
Comfort and Safety
The overall passive safety level of the crossover is rated at 33.7 points (98% of the maximum) according to EuroNCAP methodology — this is a solid five stars. Moreover, even on our market, the vehicle is equipped with a full set of airbags (six), ABS, and a stability system even in the base model. In more expensive versions, the Qashqai is equipped with a 360-degree camera system and the proprietary Safety Shield system (blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and driver fatigue monitoring). 
In its first generation, the Qashqai revolutionized the compact crossover segment, and although the current generation car is more comfortable than before, it doesn’t stand out as extraordinary against competitors.
It is a modern and solid crossover, with an equipment level that includes variable-assist steering, cameras, self-parker, and electronic assistants considered necessary for success with buyers today. 
If you want to save, pay more: the more “equipped” the version of the crossover, the smaller the percentage difference in price between similarly equipped gasoline and more expensive diesel cars. In a mixed cycle, the diesel Qashqai can easily achieve 5—6 l/100 km depending on the driving style, while the car with a two-liter gasoline engine will have a consumption of 8—8.5 l/100 km. 
Spacious, convenient with an abundance of electronic systems and “assistants,” and as for the design… Nissan Qashqai embodies the modern urban crossover.
However, the favorable impression is somewhat marred by the stiff suspension. As for off-road, it’s not contraindicated, but it should be understood that the Qashqai is not an SUV, and off-road is not its forte. If you “overdo” driving on rough terrain, a tractor or even a tow truck might be needed https://autosos.ua/
