We are with the Nissan Qashqai.
I have previously tested the Qashqai the phenomenon of the crossover class with 1.6-liter diesel engine and manual gearbox.
Now it is time to test the 1.2-liter petrol engine with automatic gearbox.
Let’s see if the Qashqai succeeds to make its enthusiasts happy with this combination?
Let’s analyze it together...
I am behind the steering wheel of the Qashqai.
As I have tested Qashqai previously I think to tell you the same things again will be boring and impertinent.
Therefore, if you have not viewed the Nissan Qashqai 1.6-liter diesel engine version with manual gearbox before, you can do so by clicking here.
Nevertheless, even if for a short while, I will talk about the Qashqai in general terms.
The materials used in the interior of the new generation have been brought to a better quality
and as a matter of user-friendliness it is better than most of its rivals.
It succeeds to satisfy the expectations of the ones thinking of buying compact crossover for spaciousness.
There was a point that caught my attention in the previous test, which I have criticized.
To increase the frequency of the music system, contrary to the logic, you had to push the button on the left.
But now as I see it, the Nissan has changed the software and you have to press the button on the right, as it should be, to increase the frequencies.
Believe me it is easier to change the frequencies this way and therefore I congratulate the Nissan.
Let us consider the engine and driving features of the Qashqai.
In the Qashqai 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine, which develops 115 HP and 190 Nm of torque, is functioning.
In theory this engine is replacing the 1.6-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine.
This way the Nissan has joined the volume reduce trend almost all the car firms at the present time have attained.
Naturally, the torque of the 1.2-liter petrol engine that reached to the same level of power as 1.6-liter petrol engine
by reducing the volume and adding turbocharge is higher due to turbocharge.
But still, I can say that the 190 Nm of torque is barely enough for a car of Qashqai’s size.
In general terms, even though it is not very powerful it has performance that satisfies the daily expectations.
However, if we are to compare the diesel engine version that I previously tested,
I have to point out that due to its 320 Nm of torque it virtually will take flight.
Therefore, if you want the Qashqai with performance you should tend towards 130 HP version.
You can purchase this 1.2-liter engine in the Qashqai either with manual gearbox or with automatic gearbox.
In the car that I drove there is a continuous variable transmission CVT gearbox.
The gearbox, which the Nissan refers to as X-tronic, adopts an attitude as classic gearboxes due to formerly locked 7-ratio.
In other words it does not work noisily as the old generation Qashqai when you want to accelerate and reach 6000 rpm.
Even when you step on the throttle the gear changes silently and in lower rpm.
I believe this gearbox with this style of working is good enough to break the prejudiced opinions against the CVT gearboxes.
It also works in harmony with the engine.
In my opinion this engine has a frugal potential when it comes to fuel consumption.
Because I have driven normally for 300 km with this car and the trip computer at the moment indicates 9.1-liter fuel consumption averages.
I think this value is quite a good one for a petrol engine crossover of this size with automatic gearbox.
But of course, if you expect performance from low volume engine and turbo charge constituent,
you should know that the fuel consumption will increase spectacularly.
It is certain that the Nissan Qashqai will sell excessively just as in the past.
If you do not cover a lot of ground but looking for a good quality crossover with an automatic gearbox
then the Nissan Qashqai 1.2 CVT can be an ideal choice for you.
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