This year is full of novelties in the automotive world. Every car enthusiast can find something that fits them. For example, the 2022 Nissan Qashqai takes its special place among the new crossover models. Let’s review what makes the mentioned configuration so promising in car auctions.
The Nissan Qashqai Generations
The first generation, which received the J10 index, was sold from 2006 to 2013. At the time of the next release in 2010, the model received a restyling. The first generation sold more than 1.4 million copies worldwide.
The second generation (J11) entered the market in 2013, which was much more difficult to do than its predecessor. In the world market, competition in the segment of compact crossovers of the C-class has already been filled by powerful manufacturers. At that moment, almost all the leading European, Japanese, and Korean automakers offered their crossover models. There were dozens of competitors. Along with that, right from the start, in the first year of sales, the Qashqai of the second generation found more than 300,000 buyers. By the time the third generation entered the market, about 3.5 million Qashqai vehicles had already been driven around the world.
In 2021, when the world was already adapted to life with COVID, the third Qashqai with the J12 model index appeared, to which we dedicated this article.
The 2022 Nissan Qashqai Concept
The concept was created by the Nissan design studio, which was recently opened in Britain, particularly in London, and the model saw instant success. Besides all that, the car’s concept was still quite different from the previous representatives of the Nissan configurations in the series. We are talking about hinged doors and the absence of a central body rack, as well as ground clearance. Wanting to emphasize the features of an SUV, the concept was given a ground clearance similar to that of a real off-road vehicle that reaches 9.33 inches! Another interesting detail of the new 2022 Nissan Qashqai is its lighting technology. In 2004, the car received LED headlights that were already an innovation.
Exterior and Configurations of the 2022 Nissan Qashqai
The appearance of the Qashqai is no longer a surprise. Everyone has known her for a long time from the first show, which took place back in 2021. The brightest and most expressive elements of the appearance are, of course, the new headlights.
The most popular Qashqai model is offered with a single gasoline 4-cylinder 1.33-liter turbo engine with direct injection. This is a global motor version that is also used on Renault and Mercedes-Benz vehicles. In Qashqai, depending on the version, the engine has a capacity of 130 or 150 hp.
For the 2022 Nissan Qashqai, the following configurations are offered:
- Vision
- Acenta
- N-Connecta
- Tekna
- Tekna+
The Visia version is available only with manual and front-wheel drive. You can find the Acenta configuration both with mechanics and automatic. Starting with the N-Connecta, there are configurations with front and all-wheel drive.
What About the 2022 Nissan Qashqai’s Interior?
Speaking of the car interior, automakers always try to make the new generation of models richer than the previous one and apply better design solutions. In the case of the Qashqai configuration, the jump in the perception of the cabin quality became very noticeable. Car owners like the materials, design, and convenience. At the same time, there is no desire to be ultra-modern from the manufacturer’s side.
In the 2022 Nissan Qashqai version, there is a 12.3-inch liquid crystal screen, which is easy to read even in bright sunlight. Drivers also like the solution of the infotainment system dashboard. A large 9-inch touchscreen is now perceived as a “must have” in modern vehicles. However, Nissan didn’t rush to cram everything into the Qashqai’s touch panel. Two rotary knobs and eight hot function toggle buttons make system control convenient and require the driver’s minimal distraction. The same is true with climate control. Simple, convenient, clear.
Dynamics and Controllability
The motor is energetic at the start, which makes the 150-hp Qashqai comfortable in urban conditions. It is easy to accelerate and adjust to the flow. The car is driven easily and flawlessly. The body doesn’t sway, and you can drive comfortably on turns. The electric power steering will help in any hard situation. The basic version of the model is offered with 17-inch wheels. As an outcome, the Qashqai has shown itself to be well-balanced in terms of stability and smoothness of the ride.
And what about fuel consumption? If you drive aggressively in the city, then consumption can stay around 21 MPG. However, as soon as you get used to the vehicle and drive it on errands at the speed of the stream, the consumption in the city cycle reaches 21 MPG.
You should keep in mind that the engine is modern and reflects the Euro6 standard, so you need to be careful when choosing a gas station. Poor-quality fuel for a turbocharged direct injection engine can be fatal.
Wrap Up
What can be said about the 2022 Nissan Qashqai in the end? The new crossover generation looks nice. The design is well known and clear to everybody. The engine is lively, accelerates well, and requires little fuel. At the same time, you need to be vigilant when choosing a gas station because of the Euro 6 standard. The interior is roomy and has a large trunk. The range of engines can be called the only weak point. On the other hand, there are five trim levels, so anyone will find something great in the 2022 Nissan Qashqai.
