What is it?
The J12 is the third generation of Nissan's small SUV, sold in Australia since late 2023. Two powertrains: a 1.3L turbo petrol four with 12V mild hybrid, and e-Power series hybrid on the flagship Ti-L where electric motors drive the wheels and the petrol engine only generates electricity. FWD only, 504 L boot, 5-star ANCAP.
The lineup runs from ST 1.3T MHEV at $36,665 drive-away, through to Ti-L e-Power at $54,365 drive-away. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
504 L boot is among the largest in the small SUV class. e-Power drives like an EV without the charging routine. Dual 12.3-inch screens and head-up display on upper grades, with 5-star ANCAP and intersection AEB.
No all-wheel drive option in the Australian range. 5-year warranty trails Kia at 7 and MG at 10. Only wired Android Auto, while wireless CarPlay is standard.
Should you buy the Qashqai?
Reasons to buy
- 504 L boot is among the largest in the small SUV class. e-Power drives like an EV without the charging routine. Dual 12.3-inch screens and head-up display on upper grades, with 5-star ANCAP and intersection AEB.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2021), full driver-assist suite.
- 504 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 1,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- No all-wheel drive option in the Australian range. 5-year warranty trails Kia at 7 and MG at 10. Only wired Android Auto, while wireless CarPlay is standard.
- You want all-wheel drive (Subaru Crosstrek or Mazda CX-30 AWD), a longer warranty (Kia Seltos at 7 years or MG ZS at 10), or a price below $40,000 drive-away in ST-L spec.
- Ti-L e-Power at $54,365 drive-away crosses into X-Trail e-Power territory. ST-L 1.3T at $40,665 drive-away is the volume sweet spot for most buyers.
- Top trim climbs to $54,365 drive-away.
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