Test Drive Nissan Qashqai Since 2010 Crossover
Long-term test Nissan Qashqai length of 100,000 kilometers
As the nissan qashqai crossover is very versatile. But how did he show himself in a test length of 100,000 kilometers? Basic data
Power: 150 hp (110 kW)
Drive: Permanent full, 6-speed manual transmission.
Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 10.9 seconds
Maximum speed: 190 km / h
Price: 32 590 Euro
A long test drive turns out to be a serious endurance test for any machine. And Nissan Qashqai is no exception. No more than 100,000 kilometers along and across the entire Europe on autobahn, country roads and sometimes on Ughabs are able to break through every screw machine, and the distance itself is a difficult test.
This is also worth adding differences in weather conditions from 40 degrees in southern Spain to frosts and snow cover of the Winter Schwarzvald. And all this under the control of many different drivers who scrupulously describe their impressions in the logbook. So it is not surprising that after such an exam, Qashqai not only flashed with his strong parties, but also showed some weaknesses.
Nissan'a equipment in general will not have anything. With full-wheel drive and taking a Tekna list, the list of additional options is reduced to three positions: along with the painting body in the metallic color for 450 euros and the EXCLUSIVE package, which includes the DVD navigation system and the rear view chamber (both of these options are present on board our Qashqai), only a six-speed Machine for 1,300 euros, but we refused it ...
... What was not the most correct decision, as it turned out after 100,000 kilometers. At the beginning of our test run, the transmission switched quietly and without much effort. However, after 60,000 kilometers in the onboard magazine began to appear for more and less satisfactory work lever box.
Closer to the completion of the test drive, drivers had to change the transfer, pressing on the lever, and in turn made an unpleasant click, as if reporting switching to the next transmission. Probably, in this case it would be better to choose an automatic transmission. But the two-liter engine, on the contrary, did not show any signs of wear. On the contrary: from the beginning to the end of the test in the onboard magazine, the case flashes positive feedback regarding the power of the 150-strong unit.
Nissan autobahn easily accelerates over 200 km / h, and with a small sliding speedometer, even 220 km / h. More than enough for compact suv'a. True, we were amazed by a very high indicator of the average fuel consumption throughout the distance. With a result of a 9.2 liter of diesel fuel per 100 km Nissan by 2.3 liters exceeded its appetite declared by the manufacturer's plant. Even if we take into account quite long plots on German autobah, where you can rush with the pedal to the floor, this overrun is too high.
Perhaps, partly in this is leading and the four-wheel drive, which turns on automatically. Of course, he improves cravings, but also requires more fuel. Next, it is worth noting a relatively small reserve of the stroke. Although the tank must accommodate 65 liters, in the reports rarely come across the refueling of more than 55 liters of fuel. Perhaps this is explained by the fact that Qashqai is very difficult to fix completely, or the fuel tank arrow scares more than adequately informs. One way or another, the maximum stroke reserve was obtained 600 kilometers not too brilliant result for a diesel car.
The impression and heating of the cabin, as well as heated seats, which implies only a very mediocrous heating of the back and everything is below the back. In winter, it takes at least ten minutes before the air in the cabin will start slowly heat. But after that, it is necessary to wait a lot until climate controls provide the set temperature. Therefore, it is better to immediately set 28 degrees, and when it becomes more or less comfortable, gradually reduce the temperature. However, it is hardly like climate control. The startup system without a key works well. After all, keep the key just in pocket pants practical actually, this is the whole point of such a device. To open Qashqai, you need to press a small rubber button on the door handle, but this is not a problem. But to start the motor, the driver must use the swivel switch on the steering column, where the ignition lock is usually located, and this is already increasing. There is a more elegant and convenient solution in the form of a start-up.
Get out of the car is even more troublesome. To drown out the motor, the ignition switch must be rotated one click, then press the switch button, then turn the switch, and only then can be released from the machine. Press the button on the door handle again, and the machine closes. If you do not exactly follow this procedure, alarm will work, which will indicate the driver on its errors.
All this sounds straining and ridiculous and so it is. In addition, during everyday use in the cabin, there are not enough gloves and shelves for things. Also remains a mystery, why the back door opens is not wide enough. Crossover, as a rule, the edge of the luggage compartment opening is quite high. Therefore, it is even more important to provide the opportunity to close enough to approach the trunk to load it. But a person with a growing 177 centimeters and above is hardly possible to make this operation, without hitting his head.
However, the concept of Qashqai, a combination of hatchback and suv'a, has its advantages. These include the high location of the seats, which ensures a good overview of the movement on the road, and also makes more comfortable landing and disembarking. In addition, the rear view camera is very useful, because Nissan's feed is very difficult for the feed due to the wide rear bed racks. And although spacespace overhead are not so much, thanks to the panoramic glass roof a feeling of space is created. The compilation of a positive opinion contributes their contribution and large rearview mirrors in which everything is clearly visible.
Top equipment with rear view camera, panoramic glass roof and leather interior, naturally costs money. In our case, it turned out more than 32,500 euros is not so little for the car of this class. But the quality of the interior decoration materials is extremely disappointing, it cannot fully justify the expectations from the car of this price category. Leather seats, artificial materials dashboard and, above all, the rug in the trunk is not the best impression.
And now about the main thing about wear. The first brake pads and discs were subject to replacement after 40,000 kilometers. And they had to change them because they were erased, but because there was a significant vibration when braking due to uneven wear of brake discs. In addition, there were disturbed different little things. For example, in winter, such trifle was a slow start of the engine. It was often necessary to show patience until the diesel apparatus warm up a little.
Another defect, which, however, was reappeared again in different workshops, but overall manifested itself four times, chatting the protective catalyst catalyst exhaust gases. Twice it was secured by the detail in the workshop temporarily, so that it was possible to shortly continue the movement, twice the item changed under warranty.
Large maintenance costs In principle, riding on Qashqai costs cheaply. But it is as long as the car, as during a long test, will not attend kilometers in a short period of time. The short intervals between technical inspections. Every 20,000 Nissan kilometers should appear in a workshop for regular inspection and mandatory oil replacement. At the same time, the usual check on average devastates a wallet for 500 euros. Only for the oil every time the score was exhibited by almost 180 euros. As a result, five technical inspections cost about 2,500 euros.
This also includes the cost of the summer and winter tires, as well as the two-time replacement of front brake pads and disks. Of course, these costs are quite common, but
they increase service costs almost 4,700 euros. Taking into account the filled diesel fuel in the amount of 9,150 liters, the calculated cost of the trip to Qashqai one kilometer turned out to be 0.148EVRO. At the same time we do not take into account the loss of value. Shortly after the finish, they made themselves to know the tired shock absorbers. Probably, in the near future will need new ones.
That's what Nissan says ...
... On a constantly weakening fastening of the protective catalyst casing:
Before we were not reported on the constant disconnection of the protective casing. But we will still bring it to the attention of the department responsible for producing this detail.
... about the sealing gearbox:
Previously, we did not receive similar complaints.
... on insufficient heating power, especially in automatic mode:
Here you need to check in private. In general, we did not have such problems. In the case of complaint, check the adjustment of the valves of the heating system and setting the base temperature.
... about frequent technical inspections:
We consider it expedient to set an interval of 20,000 kilometers between technical inspections for diesel cars, which require the replacement of the particulate filter. In addition, this rule is also valid for other manufacturers.
Output
With a high seat location, full-wheel drive and comfort at long distances. The concept of Nissan Qashqai as a crossover model is quite attractive. This Japanese is suitable for almost all occasions. But there is a spoon of tar. 100,000 kilometers did not remain for the car unnoticed. Especially deteriorated over time the behavior of the gear lever. And such flaws, like poor heating and chatter catalyst, accompanied Qashqai throughout the distance. Yes, and in terms of costs for maintenance, it is not convincing: a fairly high fuel consumption, frequent technical inspections and a noble price for, it is necessary to admit, a very well-being worked crossover will spend a significant part of the family budget.
Imractive: The wide rear body rack strongly limits the rear overview.
Specifications
Engine: 4 cylinders, 16 valves, turbodiesel, diesel filter, volume of 1995 ccm, power 110 kW (150 hp) at 4,000 rpm, maximum torque 320 nm at 2000 rpm.
Transmission: 6-speed manual.
Drive: Full, permanent.
Brakes: ventilated wheels in front, discs from behind.
Tires: 215/60 R17
Measurement results
Own weight (plant data): 1568 kg
Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 10.90 s
Maximum speed: 190 km / h
Fuel consumption during test: 9.20 l / 100 km (diesel fuel)
EU consumption rate: 6.9 l / 100 km (diesel fuel)
A source: AUTO Zeitung
