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Auto Express
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Three-car garage: three of Nissan's best for £50,000
Brand loyalty really is quite something and occasionally it can lead to us making decisions that might seem strange on the outside, but in fact are perfectly reasonable. For instance, you could have an excellent sports car, an electric car and a family SUV all on your drive - all from Nissan. First up, let's start with the fun one - the Nissan 370Z – although this is no ordinary 370Z, because it's the Nismo version. For the uninitiated, Nismo is Nissan's performance division, and it performs a similar role to the one played by AMG for Mercedes these days. In the 370Z Nismo you'll find the output of its naturally aspirated 3.7-litre V6 is lifted from the regular car's 324bhp to 339bhp, with all that power going to the rear wheels via a limited-slip differential. There's also a bodykit, sports exhaust and 19-inch alloy wheels, which all combined to make the Nismo version cost over £10,000 more than the standard 370Z when it was new. Advertisement - Article continues below If you missed the opportunity to snap up this particular Nissan 370Z there are several more available through our Find a Car service... Used Nissan 370Z deals The Nissan Leaf remains a solid entry point into the world of electric hatchbacks and, in the used market, hefty depreciation adds a whole new layer of appeal. A comparable Kia Niro EV or Volkswagen ID.3 would cost several thousand pounds more, but for less than £13,000 you can get a two-year-old example of the latest Leaf. A range of 168 miles isn't the best (that's where the Qashqai and 370Z come in), but the Leaf will be cheap to run, a doddle to drive and surprisingly refined. If you've just missed this Nissan Leaf by the time you get here, you can find more great buys by clicking the link below... Used Nissan Leaf deals The original Nissan Qashqai was a game changer when it was launched in the mid-2000s, showing the world that people wanted a high-riding SUV that drove like a car and wasn't too focused on going off-road. The current edition is as good as ever and with the Visia trim of this model you get the smaller 17-inch wheels, which make the ride noticeably softer than on Qashqais with larger wheels. It's also a roomy car inside, feels well built and comes with an all-important feature for families with young children: rear doors that open by 90 degrees. If you weren't able to snap up this particular Nissan Qashqai in time, there are plenty of others available right now... Used Nissan Qashqai deals Did you know you can sell your car with Auto Express? Get the highest bid from our network of over 5,500 dealers and we'll do the rest. Click here to try Auto Express Sell My Car now ... Find a car with the experts Car Deal of the Day: The almighty Hyundai Ioniq 5 N for under £500 per month Car Deal of the Day: The almighty Hyundai Ioniq 5 N for under £500 per month Our Deal of the Day for 4 May is the reigning Auto Express Performance Car of the Year Ford should bring back the Fiesta. Oh no it shouldn't! Ford should bring back the Fiesta. Oh no it shouldn't! Bringing back the Ford Fiesta is a genius move, or a potential catastrophe Ford Fiesta set to return? Icon could be reborn with a little help from Volkswagen Ford Fiesta set to return? Icon could be reborn with a little help from Volkswagen The Ford Fiesta could be coming back from the dead, and our exclusive image previews how it might look
Forbes
31-03-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Test-Driving The 2025 Nissan Qashqai
Nissan Qashqai navigating backroads Nissan UK Nissan launched the Qashqai into the U.K. market in 2006 and over time it won numerous awards such as 'Best Small SUV' and 'Used Car of the Year'. The Qashqai's looks remained subtle until Nissan produced the third generation, which led to the newest facelift reviewed here. The biggest change is the Qashqai's front end, which was inspired by Japanese armour. It's handsome. Re-profiled bumpers and LED headlights emit aggression and there are new alloy designs now up to 20 inches. Gone are lifeless interiors. Nissan's given the Qashqai more fizz by wrapping the dashboard in Alcantara. Likewise, there's now a 360-degree camera, a Google Nissan Connected System, and a funky 'transparent bonnet' feature where cameras give a projected line of sight to the front wheels to assist while navigating challenging terrain. My loaner was the range-topping Tekna + e-Power, which feeds 188 bhp to the front feels via a CVT gearbox. As you'll probably guess, the Qashqai isn't the most exhilarating thing to fire down a twisty road. That said, it doesn't lean much and out-of-corner acceleration is acceptable. If bend-ironing is important, the Ford Kuga and Mazda CX-5 excel here. 2025 Nissan Qashqai Matthew MacConnell There's plenty of mid-range acceleration and the initial response is perky when sinking the gas pedal. But the petrol engine works overtime to keep the electric motor's battery topped up, and emits quite a racket under acceleration. It's a great motorway cruiser thanks to intelligent cruise control, a standard feature, while ProPilot automatically keeps the car centred in its lane and slows it for corners and roundabouts ahead. It's worth noting this feature is only available on Tekna grade upwards. Over a 100-mile trip, the Qashqai returned 44.9mpg. The Nissan Qashqai remains a perfectly capable family wagon. Generous interior space allows tall adults to stretch out in the rear while a large boot, which varies depending on trim level, swallows luggage and prams with ease. Similarly, the 188 bhp engine packs enough punch and offers great economy although it's worth noting this engine isn't available with four-wheel drive. Unlike the Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson, the Qashqai isn't offered with plug-in hybrid power, but the e-Power is essentially a stepping stone from mild-hybrid to full EV. Think of it as a range-extending hybrid. Looking at family cars? Check out the Subaru Crosstrek and Kia Sorento PHEV. 2025 Nissan Qashqai rear Nissan UK Price as tested: £43,725 ($56,571) Top Speed: 105 mph 0-62 mph: 7.9 seconds Power: 188 bhp Torque: 330Nm Engine: 1.5-litre mild hybrid e-Power Nissan Qashqai Gearbox: CVT
