Nissan Qashqai — Buyer's Guide
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Nissan Qashqai overview
With 701,401 currently licensed in the UK, the Nissan Qashqai is one of Britain's most popular cars.
Euro NCAP awarded the Qashqai 4 stars in 2025, with 78% adult occupant and 85% child protection scores.
It has a 78.5% first-time MOT pass rate — above the UK national average of 72%. Common MOT failure areas include suspension, brakes, lighting.
Annual running costs are estimated at £3,374 for a typical 5-year-old example, breaking down to £281/month or 46p/mile.
Theft risk is rated low at 4.1 per 1,000 registered vehicles.
NCAP Safety
2025
MOT Pass Rate
78.5%
520,000 tests
Monthly Cost
£281
est. annual total
New From
£30,635
Safety rating
Euro NCAP tested the Qashqai in 2025 and awarded it 4 out of 5 stars.
Adult Occupant
78%
Child Occupant
85%
Pedestrian
78%
Safety Assist
62%
Safety recalls
There are 26 known DVSA recalls affecting the Nissan Qashqai. Enter a registration number to check whether a specific vehicle is affected.
R/2026/290
For affected vehicles there is an issue involving the E power Battery Management system (BMS) where warnings and entering limp mode or loss of power cannot be ruled out. Vehicle will not return to normal function until power-latch (IGN off for approximately 30 mins and key away from vehicle).
Build dates: 2025-07-08 to 2026-05-20
R/2025/424
For affected vehicles it has been identified that there is potential for movement between the fuel pipe and its retaining clip within the engine bay this movement can potentially lead to wear on the fuel pipe. In an extreme situation this may cause a hole in the fuel pipe resulting in a potential fuel leak.
Build dates: 2021-05-04 to 2024-10-17
R/2025/128
For affected vehicles due to a software concern the calculated and displayed battery state of charge may rapidly fluctuate.
Build dates: 2021-09-22 to 2024-01-09
R/2024/234
On affected vehicles the VIN stored in the vehicle system may not match the actual VIN of the vehicle. This may lead to a situation where a vehicle user can see information related to a different vehicle resulting in a data security breach.
Build dates: 2019-10-14 to 2023-06-01
R/2024/021
On affected vehicles the capacitive mat for hand on detection may have been damaged during manufacture of the steering wheel.� The steering wheel may falsely detect the driver has their hands on the wheel with ProPilot engaged and not give a warning to place hands back on the wheel.�
Build dates: 2021-05-06 to 2022-09-27
+ 21 more recalls. Check a specific vehicle to see the full list.
Reliability & MOT
Based on 520,000 MOT tests, the Qashqai has a first-time pass rate of 78.5% — above the UK national average of 72%.
This is a positive sign for reliability. The Qashqai is less likely to have issues at MOT time than the average car on UK roads.
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Running costs
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Nissan Qashqai are estimated at around £3,374 per year, or £281 per month.
Fuel
£1,287
/year
Road Tax
£195
/year
Depreciation
£1,237
/year
MOT
£55
/year
Estimated annual running costs based on available data. Excludes insurance, parking, and finance costs. Actual costs depend on your driving habits and circumstances.
Fuel economy
The Qashqai achieves a combined fuel economy of around 44.7 mpg (33.2 mpg urban, 44.3 mpg extra-urban).
| Variant | Fuel | Combined | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| QASHQAI | PETROL | 44.7 mpg | 1.3L |
| QASHQAI | DIESEL | 52.3 mpg | 1.5L |
| QASHQAI | PETROL | 42.2 mpg | 1.6L |
| QASHQAI | DIESEL | 42.8 mpg | 2.0L |
| QASHQAI | PETROL | 34.4 mpg | 2.0L |
| QASHQAI , MODEL YEAR 2011 | DIESEL | 57.6 mpg | 1.5L |
| QASHQAI , MODEL YEAR 2011 | PETROL | 45.6 mpg | 1.6L |
| QASHQAI , MODEL YEAR 2011 | DIESEL | 62.8 mpg | 1.6L |
Depreciation
Starting from £30,635 new, a Nissan Qashqai typically retains about 56% after 3 years and 46% after 5 years.
| Age | Retained | Est. Value | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | £23,000 | −£7,635 |
| 2 years | 64% | £19,550 | −£11,085 |
| 3 years | 56% | £17,200 | −£13,435 |
| 4 years | 50% | £15,450 | −£15,185 |
| 5 years | 46% | £14,250 | −£16,385 |
| 6 years | 43% | £13,250 | −£17,385 |
| 7 years | 41% | £12,450 | −£18,185 |
| 8 years | 39% | £11,800 | −£18,835 |
| 9 years | 37% | £11,250 | −£19,385 |
| 10 years | 35% | £10,650 | −£19,985 |
Theft risk
The Qashqai has a theft rate of 4.1 per 1,000 registered vehicles, rated low compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000.
How common is the Qashqai?
There are currently 701,401 licensed and 16,824 SORN Qashqais in the UK (718,225 total). This makes it a very common vehicle on UK roads.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nissan Qashqai reliable?
The Qashqai has a 78.5% first-time MOT pass rate based on 520,000 tests — above the UK national average of 72%. This suggests good overall reliability.
How safe is the Nissan Qashqai?
Euro NCAP awarded the Qashqai 4 out of 5 stars when tested in 2025. It scored 78% for adult occupant protection, 85% for child occupant protection, 78% for vulnerable road users, and 62% for safety assist features.
How much does a Nissan Qashqai cost to run?
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Qashqai are estimated at around £3,374 per year (£281/month). This includes fuel, road tax, depreciation, and MOT fees — but excludes insurance, servicing, and repairs.
Are there any recalls on the Nissan Qashqai?
There are 26 known safety recalls affecting the Qashqai. These are issued by the DVSA when a safety defect is found. You can check if a specific vehicle is affected by entering its registration number.
Is the Nissan Qashqai likely to be stolen?
The Qashqai has a theft rate of 4.1 per 1,000 registered vehicles, which is rated low compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000. Standard security precautions should be sufficient.
How much does a new Nissan Qashqai cost?
A new Qashqai starts from around £30,635. After 5 years, a typical example retains about 46% of its original value.
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