Nissan Qashqai 1.6 n-tec + Idle Stop
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 n-tec + Idle Stop
What is it?
NISSAN’S raised Focus-sized crossover – part SUV styling, part hatchback – is now available in n-tec trim, coming with a host of gizmos. Throw in stop-start too and you’ve got a well-equipped and cheap to run family car. N-tec is available across the engine range, but we’ve tested the entry-level front-wheel drive 115bhp 1.6-litre which costs £19,495 if you select the fuel-saving Idle-Stop version.
What’s hot?
- N-tec includes Nissan Connect, comprising touchscreen satnav…
- …Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and a reversing camera
- You also get a panoramic roof, 18-inch alloys and privacy glass
- Out test car came with stop-start, cutting CO2 emissions to 139g/km
- It works smoothly improves fuel consumption to 47.9mpg
- And means company car tax starts at 17% for the 2011/12 tax year
- Solidly-built cabin has a neat high seating position
- Driving experience is car-like
- Decent space in the front and the rear for passengers
What’s not?
- If you want Stop-Start you have to pay an extra £200
- With just 115bhp it’s not the fastest Qashqai out there
- Those big alloys make the ride less comfortable
- The cabin is well equipped but still dull to look at
What you need to Know?
| P11D Value: | 19,325 |
| Monthly Rental*: | 229 (CH)/£275 (PCH) |
| Tax Band when posted: | 17%, 18%, 19% |
| Monthly BiK: | Click link for BIK |
| Engine: | 1.6-litre 4-cyl petrol |
| CO2 Emissions: | 139g/km |
| Power/torque: | 115bhp/117lb ft |
| Economy: | 47.9mpg |
Monthly contract hire (CH) and personal contract hire (PCH) rentals generated by Concept Vehicle Leasing. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year, 3+35 payments.
