Nissan Qashqai vs Holden Trax Comparison

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Here is our latest Nissan Qashqai vs Holden Trax comparison.  No hiding our admiration of the latest Nissan Qashqai, though not without it’s faults it is a carefully designed small SUV package that is the one to beat. The Holden Trax was supposed to be the small sort of thing but falls short in so many ways. Even the latest engine update is not enough as the rest of the package does to attract in the showroom – how is it supposed to work with real customers? Both are have over lapping price  ranges so comparable.

Nissan Qashqai vs Holden Trax exterior: We’ve said it before but the Qashqai is arguably the best looking small SUV on the market to date. Its even gooks better in real life than pictures. The Trax is a conservative looking small SUV that is OK to look at and trying to appeal to those in the middle ground and supposedly price. However it has not quite succeeded as the Trax in its current form is overpriced but ‘cheap looking’ SUV as well only appealing to those loyal to the brand?

Nissan Qashqai vs Holden Trax interior: The Qashqai is one of the best interiors while the Trax is one of the more basic ones. Both have sufficient storage spots and features though. The Trax in particular, will no doubt be improved over the next few years. but it needs more work or a much cheaper price to be competitive. Note that cheap leather trim in any car is not luxurious or feels it. Perhaps the use of vinyl which looks just like leather would be the better choice as it looks just as good and requires next to zero maintenance. Regardless the Qashqai is the nice place to be.

Nissan Qashqai vs Holden Trax engine and technology: The Trax has up to date engine tech but little else. The rest of the car in terms of safety it has the industry standard  bags and cameras. The Trax’s in-car entertainment and communications is all up to to the usual standard but the system is a little slow as expected. The Nissan has all the same tech too and exceeds it with more camera, parking system and so forth – in most models.

Nissan Qashqai vs Subaru XV drive: N/A

It’s easy to overlook the Trax when comparing with the Qashqai which presents so much better. For what it is the Trax is also too expensive to compete, for example only $1000 less than the entry level Captiva. That said the Qashqai is not a bargain either but it’s got the look. Don’t waste your cash on the Trax and get the Nissan.

Nissan Qashqai	Holden Trax
Engines
4 Cylinder Petrol MR20 2 Litre (1997cc) 91 Octane DOHC EFI Claimed 106Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 200Nm @ 4400RPM	IL4 cylinder Petrol F18D4 DOHC with VVT EFI 1.8 Litre (1796cc) Claimed 103kW @ 6300rpm Claimed 175Nm @ 3800rpm
4 Cylinder Diesel R9M 1.6 Litre (1598cc) DI Turbo diesel Claimed 96Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1750RPM	IL4 cylinder Petrol A14NET DOHC with VVT EFI 1.4 Litre (1364cc) Claimed 103kW @ 4900rpm Claimed 200Nm @ 1850rpm
Weight
Kerb weight FROM 1371Kg Towing capacity up to 1400kg	Kerb weight FROM 1359 Kg 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	53 litres – Diesel or Unleaded 91 Octane F18D4 Petrol 7 litres per 100km (Claimed) SKYACTIV-G 2 Petrol 7.4 litres per 100km (Claimed)
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: 215-60-17 225-45-19	6 Speed Auto or 5 speed manual transmission Overall height/width 1674/1774 Overall length/wheelbase 4278/2555 4WD system: None ANCAP safety rating 5/5 Tyre size: 205-70-16
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 Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxxmm Max
Performance
Pricing
2014 FROM $25,990 – 37,990 AUD	2014 $23,990 – 29,990 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!