Car "Nissan Kashkay" (2016): owner feedback

"Nissan Kashkay" - a family hatchback, which for some reason "decided" that he was an SUV. This could be the cause of the failure, but Nissan engineers managed to combine the qualities of both types of cars and create a brilliantly one-piece product.

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Fresh reviews suggest that Qashqai offers high-quality driving with low noise and comfortable riding, clearly being its strengths. Management is not the best in the class, but most owners will not be disappointed. A 1.5-liter dCi with a consumption of 3.8 liters of fuel per 100 km makes it one of the most "green" family cars.

Inside it is spacious, the build quality is good, and those who remember the old seven-seater "Kashkay + 2" are disappointed that the new Qashqai is five-seater will not. To take with them two more passengers, buyers should consider a larger Nissan X-Trail.

A successful solution

Although the launch of the "Kashka" all-wheel drive off-road vehicles was not news, this model became very popular. When it was time to replace the Almera, Nissan took the bold decision to drop the hatchback form factor in favor of a high and severe pseudo-crossover. The manufacturer, betting on its rude style and great practicality, without compromises in driving dynamics and operating costs, the Qashqai model has secured a huge success and spawned a whole new class of SUVs with which it competes today.

Nissan retreated a little, launching Pulsar, he did not reject his best-selling Qashqai, the latest models of which became even more popular than before. The car is located in the center of the line of off-road vehicles manufacturer - surrounded by a more compact Juke and a large seven-seater X-Trail.

The Qashqai range includes front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions (although none of them is a true SUV), and there is a choice of manual or automatic transmission. The prices are competitive and correspond to the offers of hatchbacks of rivals, such as Ford Focus or Volkswagen Golf, as well as the crossovers of Skoda Yeti or Kia Sportage. Still it is worth noting that Renault offers an SUV "Qajar", built on the same platform, with a lot of common technologies, but at a lower price.

New generation

The second generation of "Nissan Kashkay" took all the good things that were in the previous one and improved significantly. The level of security and multimedia technologies has grown a lot, not to mention the quality of the assembly.

There are five available Qashqai complete sets: Visia, Acenta, n-tec, n-tec + and Tekna. Nissan constantly strives to improve the model, and the aforementioned n-tec + provided even greater functionality to customers.

Engines, Performance and Riding

The car provides low noise and comfortable, although not the fastest in the class of crossovers.

The trip on the original Nissan Qashqai car brought amazing sensations, but the latter model offers a more mature approach. The noise and vibration levels in the cabin have been significantly reduced, and now much less sounds of the road and the engine gets inside, especially on the freeway.

When passing a series of turns "Kashkay" feels well-coordinated. Steering with an electric booster causes a sense of reliability, and the grip of the steering wheel is more than sufficient. Nissan's active torque vectoring system helps to increase the Qashqai's flexibility by braking individual wheels to reduce understeer and provide extra maneuverability in turns.

The "Kashkae" function of active braking, which reduces jerking in the transmission when opening the throttle. In addition, the motion control technology of the hull constantly helps the brakes to smooth out the motion along the bumps. It works fine, especially at low revs, but it becomes imperfect and fussy when the brakes and shock absorbers begin to struggle to maintain control of the car.

There are no problems in the city, as the driver's high position, lighting and decent visibility allow Nissan to easily navigate the crowded streets. Unfortunately, the assistant directing the car to the parking space and the 360-degree video camera are installed only on the premium model of the Tekna line.

Engines

Diesel engines installed on the Nissan Kashkay are supplied by a subsidiary company Renault. Although the 108-hp 1.5-liter diesel dCi has been in use for some time, thanks to constant development, it has evolved smoothly, and the noise level has decreased at idle. The real power of the model lies in its excellent economy.

Also, the engine has a decent performance and on the road became more alive due to a combination of response pickup and precisely matched ratios of the six-speed gearbox.

Among other engines Nissan - 128-strong 1,6-liter diesel dCi and petrol DIG-T in volume 1,2 and 1,6 l. The first two of these are offered with a standard mechanical 6-speed transmission or an Xtronic auto-variator, an automatic variator that smoothly switches and reduces noise. The 1.6-liter DIG-T has a capacity of 161 liters. from. And is the fastest engine "Kashka" - to a speed of 100 km / h the car accelerates in 9.1 seconds.

The 1.6-liter diesel is the most successful solution. It has a strong average torque and a 9.9-second acceleration to 100 km / h compared to 11.9 s for the 1.5-liter dCi model. This is the only car that is offered in all-wheel drive. For users who are going to ride off-road, this is the only option, but for this you will have to pay extra and sacrifice fuel economy, but most owners find the car 1,5 dCi 2WD quite ample.

And finally, the 1.2-liter petrol DIG-T 115. This model is an entry-level line, but do not underestimate it. "Nissan Kashkay" (2016) 1.2 reviews of owners are called quiet and quite "muscular" for city driving. If you plan to make many long trips, you should pay a little more for the diesel, but for most gasoline it will be quite enough.

Fuel consumption, CO2 and operating costs

The engines of the model provide one of the best performance indicators among the crossover.

Nissan Cascay (2016), the new owners' reviews call it incredibly economical, especially with a 1.5-liter diesel dCi, fuel consumption of which reaches 3.8 liters per 100 kilometers in a combined cycle, providing excellent CO ₂ emissions not exceeding 99 grams / Km. This means that the car will be beneficial for private companies.

The 1.6-liter diesel is also economical and consumes 4.3 liters per 100 kilometers, releasing 115 grams of CO ₂ per kilometer. The choice of the excellent variator Xtronic CVT auto on this model only slightly worsens fuel consumption to 4.5 liters per hundred kilometers and increases emissions to 119 g / km.

Diesel "Nissan Kashkay" 1.2 reviews of owners (2016) are praised for the fact that its engine provides the same performance as the old, 1.6-liter, and consumes 4.9 liters of fuel per 100 km of run when carbon dioxide is emitted Gas 129 g / km. The 1.6-liter turbo consumes 5.6 liters per 100 kilometers, giving 132 g of CO ₂ per km. Prices for "Kashkay" are not inferior to competitors, but the level of equipment is slightly higher, especially related to security systems.

Insurance group

Insurance on Qashqai falls into the groups from the 14th for the 1.2-liter petrol model to the 19th for the 1.6-liter diesel. This means that in general it is higher than that of Kia Sportage, but comparable to the Ford Focus.

To reduce the cost of insurance "Nissan Kashkay" (2016), owners' reviews are recommended to equip it with the Smart Vision system, due to which the risk of the car is estimated in several groups below. This is due to the fact that the package includes functions that reduce the chances of collisions at low speed. The Smart Vision package is standardly installed on Acenta Premium and Tekna, but for other models it is also an affordable option. According to users, it is worthwhile to think about installing it.

Decrease in cost

Demand for Qashqai in the used car market means that its value will be largely maintained, experts say, in three years and 60 thousand km of mileage it is possible to return 45% of its original price. This is better than "Skoda Yeti" (43%), but slightly worse than "Kia Sports" (54%).

Interior, design and technology

"Nissan Kashkay" (2016) reviews of owners are called sharper and older than its first option. One thing is for sure: the second generation looks much better than the previous one.

The common form is a typical crossover with increased ground clearance, roof rails and black plastic overlays forming a familiar, reliable off-road appearance.

The Nissan Qashqai has sharp front with angular headlights and characteristic LED running lights. Two chrome stripes on the grille give it an interesting look. Rear LED lights round the corners of the car towards the door. The optional blue color helps the "Kashkay" stand out. The set of the best model of the Tekna line includes 19-inch wheels, and the Acenta is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels.

Interior "Nissan Kashkay" (2016) reviews are called stylish and sound. There are sporty-looking appliances with a visor and a color display of the on-board computer, and the backlight and glossy black finish of the dashboard give a sense of prestige.

In other respects, the salon "Nissan Kashkay" in 2016 reviews of owners are called very elegant. Although the optional panoramic glass roof does not fully open, it misses a lot of light. When choosing the Acenta model, the user refuses the Tekna leather trim in favor of the fabric.

Nissan Qashqai Acenta comes with a decent range, including climate control, Bluetooth, automatic lighting and windshield wipers. However, you have to shell out for front and rear parking sensors, as well as other protective equipment, and the satellite navigator is not even offered as an option - you need to upgrade to the n-tec version to get what you want.

Satellite navigation, stereo and entertainment

The information-entertaining touch screen of the car "Nissan Kashkay" (2016) drivers reviews are intuitively understandable, not inferior to other crossovers and exceeding a lot of premium models. The menu system is simple enough that it can be handled without difficulty, and provides easy access to audio and navigation functions.

The stereo with its tinny sound is rather a blot on the reputation of "Kashka". Upgrading the audio system for music lovers will be extremely necessary.

Practicality and comfort

Reviews "Nissan Kashkay" in 2016 in terms of interior convenience is highly appreciated: few want the return of the previous seven-seat option. Nissan Qashqai + 2 is no longer produced: in response to the wishes of the owners, the new model offers more space for passengers and luggage than before. Those motorists who need such a large number of seats will have to make a choice in favor of the new Nissan X-Trail.

The size

The length of the "Kashka" is 4377 mm, and the width is 2070 mm, including the side mirrors. This makes it slightly smaller than the Kia Sportage, but more Skoda Yeti. The car is below both competitors and is inferior in height to the last by 80 mm.

"Kashkay" in size is very similar to a typical family hatchback, such as the Ford Focus. The key difference is the high altitude, which is the main external attraction of the crossover. If Focus rises to 1469 mm, Qashqai has a height of 1590 mm, providing a more comfortable fit and elevated driver's position.

Place for luggage, head and passengers

In general, the owners positively assess the "Nissan Kashkay" (2016). The new body reviews are called spacious enough to provide the necessary space for the legs from the rear, and the transmission tunnel does not take the passengers' seats in the middle.

The best modifications of Nissan Qashqai have a panoramic roof, which takes up excess space above the head. In models without this, there is more space, but the combination of small side windows and black finish makes the interior too gloomy.

As you would expect from a family car, the interior has enough storage space. There is a big glove box and a few secluded places, which are ideal for all sorts of things. An electric handbrake releases the center console for additional cargo space and coasters.

Trunk

430-liter trunk "Nissan Kashkay" (2016), the buyers' reviews are called impressive. It has a flat edge and a base, as well as a convenient raised floor, which also serves to separate the cargo area. If you fold the rear seats, the capacity increases to 1585 liters. Moreover, under the floor there is a storage compartment for the luggage compartment shelf.

Reliability and safety

Safety Shield technology significantly increases the safety of "Kashka", but the latest test results indicate some disadvantages.

The new Qashqai in the rating of reliability and quality of assembly took 21 place out of 150 cars. Experts at Euro NCAP gave the new Qashqai all five stars, as the model received high marks in the adult category and the passenger-child.

Nissan has improved its security system, which includes features such as preventing a front-end collision (automatic braking), a warning of a lane deviation, detecting drowsiness, warning of blind areas and recognition of traffic signs. There are even cameras that help with parking and detect moving objects from behind when driving backwards - Qashqai can even park on its own.

Guarantee

All "Nissan" is covered by a warranty for three years or 100 thousand kilometers, which is an average for this class. If this is not enough, the Hyundai ix35 comes with a five-year, and Kia Sportage - with a seven-year warranty.

Qashqai should be serviced every 20 thousand km of mileage for gasoline models and every 30 thousand for diesel engines.