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This is the Nissan Qashqai vs Suzuki S-Cross comparison for 2014. The new Suzuki S-Cross is one of the latest entries in to the smallish SUV class and a replacement for the loved but largely ignored SX or Liana. Awkward looks in photos don’t do it justice in real life which looks OK, modern but ultimately conservative. It doesn’t have the ride height to match the equally small SUVs like the Trax, Ecosport or ASX. It’s more like a hatchback with AWD and there’s none of those in this class! As we’ve said many times before the latest Qashqai is essentially the benchmark in the class in (2014) and you need to check this one out first before comparing it to any other smallish SUV.
Nissan Qashqai vs Suzuki S-Cross exterior: The Qashqai is arguably the best looking small SUV on sale at the time of writing. The S-Cross is on the conservative side expect for the front end which in real life actually looks OK. In fact we rate it better than the Mitsubishi ASX.
Nissan Qashqai vs Suzuki S-Cross interior: The S-Cross interior is an OK place to be in. It doesn’t pretend to be anything but a daily driver and the quality reflects that too. Overall the interior is well made but uses an uninspiring but practical design. The Qashqai has great interior design which is conservative but has quality materials throughout. Easy win to the Qashqai.
Nissan Qashqai vs Suzuki S-Cross engine and technology: Both have essentially carry over engines and equipped with CVT gearboxes. The Qashai has many other safety features not on the S-Cross except for the option of AWD. While the S-Cross has the benefit of an all wheel drive system but at a cost. However the key tech feature of the S-Cross is it’s extraordinary light Kerb weight, at just over a ton from (approx 1200kg) the S-Cross looks and feels like a much heavier car. It fact it’s 400kg less than the VW Tiguan yet feels bigger is clearly high tech! Unfortunately it still needs a more powerful engine.
Nissan Qashqai vs Suzuki S-Cross: N/A
The conclusion is simple, the Qashqai still wins despite the higher price. The Suzuki S-Cross does’t really lose the comparison because it is cheaper but it also isn’t really in the same class and price is still on the high side but it is in a class of its own but unfortunately does not have the looks to win over customers in the sort of numbers it needs to succeed.
| Nissan Qashqai | Suzuki S-Cross |
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| Engines | |
| 4 Cylinder Petrol MR20 2 Litre (1997cc) 91 Octane DOHC EFI Claimed 106Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 200Nm @ 4400RPM |
4 Cylinder (M16A) IL4 – Petrol DOHC 16 Valve 1.6 Litre (1586cc) Claimed 86Kw @ 6000 RPM Claimed 156Nm @ 4400 RPM |
| 4 Cylinder Diesel R9M 1.6 Litre (1598cc) DI Turbo diesel Claimed 96Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1750RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1371Kg Towing capacity up to 1400kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1200Kg Towing capacity up to 1200kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 65 litres IL4 2.0 litre Petrol 7.7 litres per 100km IL4 1.6 litre Diesel 4.9 litres per 100km |
Up to 47 litres IL4 1.6 Petrol 5.8 litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed manual or CVT Auto Overall height/width 1595/1806 Overall length/wheelbase 4377/2646 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 215-60-17 or 225-45-19 |
5 speed manual or CVT Overall height/width 1606/1783 Overall length/wheelbase 4330/2630 Tyre size: 215-65-16 4WD system: 2WD or On Demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach 19 Departure 28.5 Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 188mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Min ground clearance xxx mm Water Fording depth xxx mm |
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| Pricing | |
| 2014 FROM $25,990 – 37,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! |
2014 $22,990 – 36,990 AUD |