Honda Elevate vs Nissan Qashqai

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Honda Elevate in South Africa

Honda Elevate

1.5 Elegance CVT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 399,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 119 kW (160 hp)
🔧 145 Nm
⛽ 16.0 km/l
VS
Nissan Qashqai in South Africa

Nissan Qashqai

1.3 Tekna CVT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 545,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW (148 hp)
🔧 270 Nm
⛽ 17 km/l
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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Qashqai
⛽ Mileage Qashqai
🔑 Ownership Tie

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Qashqai

66
/ 100
+3
pts
#2

Elevate

63
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Executive Summary

Both Elevate and Qashqai are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Qashqai +1 pts
Efficiency Qashqai +3 pts
Safety Equal
Practicality Elevate +1 pts
Ownership Equal

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Qashqai

Performance 10/20
Efficiency 13/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 12/20

Elevate

Performance 9/20
Efficiency 10/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 14/20
Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

Elevate

Pros
  • More practical for daily use
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best For: Family Usage
🏆 Overall Winner

Qashqai

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Cons
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best For: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency

Who Should Buy Which?

Elevate

  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Qashqai

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Elevate Qashqai
Ground Clearance 220 180
Wheelbase 2650 2665
Length 4312 4425
Width 1790 1835
Height 1650 1625
Kerb Weight 1240 1450
Gross Vehicle Weight 1680 1980
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 458 504
Towing Capacity 1200 1800
Specification Elevate Qashqai
Engine 1.5L i-VTEC Petrol 1.3L Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated Inline 4 Turbo
Displacement 1498 1332
Cylinders 4 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 119 110
Torque 145 270
Fuel System Multi-Point Fuel Injection Direct Injection
Top Speed 180 200
0-100 km/h 12.5 8.9

Final Verdict

🏆 Nissan Qashqai wins with 66 pts vs 63 pts for Elevate

In structured scoring, Qashqai emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Elevate may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Qashqai performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Elevate scores 10 while Qashqai scores 13 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Elevate scores 18 and Qashqai scores 18. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Elevate scores 12 versus Qashqai scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Elevate 14 and Qashqai 13, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Elevate scoring 9 compared to Qashqai scoring 10, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Qashqai may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Qashqai performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Qashqai the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Elevate and Qashqai in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Elevate scores 9 vs 10.

Efficiency: Elevate scores 10 vs 13.

Safety: Elevate scores 18 vs 18.

Practicality: Elevate scores 14 vs 13.

Ownership: Elevate scores 12 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Qashqai the advantage in this comparison.