Nissan Qashqai vs Toyota Urban Cruiser

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

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
VS
Toyota Urban Cruiser in South Africa

Toyota Urban Cruiser

1.5 XR CVT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 399,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW (103 hp)
🔧 140 Nm
⛽ 14.9 km/l
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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Qashqai
⛽ Mileage Qashqai
🔑 Ownership Tie

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Qashqai

66
/ 100
+12
pts
#2

Urban Cruiser

54
/ 100

Moderate difference between the models.

Executive Summary

Qashqai has a slight advantage, but Urban Cruiser remains highly competitive.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Qashqai +4 pts
Efficiency Qashqai +5 pts
Safety Equal
Practicality Qashqai +3 pts
Ownership Equal

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Qashqai

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

Urban Cruiser

Performance 6/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 10/20
Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

🏆 Overall Winner

Qashqai

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • More practical for daily use
Cons
  • No major weaknesses identified
Best For: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Urban Cruiser

Pros
  • No major strengths identified
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best For: General Use

Who Should Buy Which?

Qashqai

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Urban Cruiser

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Qashqai Urban Cruiser
Ground Clearance 180 175
Wheelbase 2665 2520
Length 4425 4305
Width 1835 1795
Height 1625 1595
Kerb Weight 1450 1085
Gross Vehicle Weight 1980 1480
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 504 290
Towing Capacity 1800 Not Rated
Front Track Width - 1520
Rear Track Width - 1510
Turning Radius - 5.2
Specification Qashqai Urban Cruiser
Engine 1.3L Turbocharged Petrol 1.5L Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4 Turbo Inline 4 Cylinder
Displacement 1332 1496
Cylinders 4 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 110 77
Torque 270 140
Fuel System Direct Injection Multi-Point Injection
Top Speed 200 172
0-100 km/h 8.9 12.5
Power @ RPM - 6000 rpm
Torque @ RPM - 4200 rpm
Turbocharger - Not Available
Compression Ratio - 12.5:1
Engine Position - Front Transverse

Final Verdict

🏆 Nissan Qashqai wins with 66 pts vs 54 pts for Urban Cruiser

In structured scoring, Qashqai emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Urban Cruiser 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.

Qashqai scores 13 while Urban Cruiser scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

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

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

Practicality scoring gives Qashqai 13 and Urban Cruiser 10, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Qashqai scoring 10 compared to Urban Cruiser scoring 6, 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 Qashqai and Urban Cruiser in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Qashqai scores 10 vs 6.

Efficiency: Qashqai scores 13 vs 8.

Safety: Qashqai scores 18 vs 18.

Practicality: Qashqai scores 13 vs 10.

Ownership: Qashqai scores 12 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Qashqai the advantage in this comparison.