Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA K2500 vs Nissan Qashqai
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
Nissan Qashqai
Discontinued model
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Nissan Qashqai
1.3 Tekna CVT
Petrol
CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 545,000
last listed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW
🔧 270 Nm
⛽ 17 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Nissan Qashqai: the short answer
Qashqai holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Recorded price context
K2500:
current from
ZAR 424,995
·
Qashqai:
last listed from
ZAR 495,000
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Qashqai110 kW |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Qashqai270 Nm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Qashqai1332 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Qashqai17 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | Qashqai180 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Hagalu catalogue record
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Qashqai
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Qashqai
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | 2007 |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | Not confirmed |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | Latest generation redesign improved styling and tech |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | Not confirmed |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not confirmed |
| Body Style | Van | Not confirmed |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | Not confirmed |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Not confirmed |
| Model Year | 2026 | Not confirmed |
| Production Status | active | Not confirmed |
| Segment | Van | Not confirmed |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2665 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 504 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 1980 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | Not confirmed |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | Not confirmed |
| Doors | 2 doors | Not confirmed |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | Not confirmed |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Multi-Link |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | Not confirmed |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | Not confirmed |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Not confirmed |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not confirmed |
| Climate Control | No | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Power Windows | No | All Auto |
| Keyless Entry | No | Yes |
| Push Button Start | No | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | Not confirmed |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | Not confirmed |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | Not confirmed |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | Not confirmed |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | Not confirmed |
| AC Type | No | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not confirmed |
| Aero Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | Not confirmed |
| Boot Opener | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Grille | No | Not confirmed |
| Climate Zones | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | Not confirmed |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | Not confirmed |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Power Outlet | No | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Washer | No | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Heads Up Display | No | Not confirmed |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Not confirmed |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Intercooler | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Multi Function Steering | No | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Panoramic |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not confirmed |
| Power Mirrors | No | Not confirmed |
| Push Button Start | No | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Split | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wing | No | Not confirmed |
| Remote Engine Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Rev Matching | No | Not confirmed |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | Not confirmed |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Steps | No | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates | No | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Not confirmed |
| Speed Alert System | No | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Response | Normal | Not confirmed |
| Tachometer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tail Lamps | No | Not confirmed |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Vanity Mirror | No | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command | No | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command Support | No | Not confirmed |
| Air Conditioning | No | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Automatic High Beam | No | Not confirmed |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Centre Console | No | Not confirmed |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Not confirmed |
| Diff Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Difflock | No | Not confirmed |
| Digital Speedometer | No | Not confirmed |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Wiper | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Wipers Type | No | Not confirmed |
| Glove Box | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Heated Mirrors | No | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | Not confirmed |
| Lift Gate | No | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 2200 mm | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not confirmed |
| Manual Aircon | No | Not confirmed |
| Mirror | Manual | Not confirmed |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Passive Entry Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Powered Tailgate | No | Not confirmed |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | Not confirmed |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | Not confirmed |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | Not confirmed |
| Remote Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | 19-inch Alloy |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Not confirmed |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sonar | No | Not confirmed |
| Sound System | 2 | 10 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | Not confirmed |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| TPMS | No | Yes |
| Trim Level | top | Not confirmed |
| Unlocking | No | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | Not confirmed |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Not confirmed |
| Vdc | No | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1.3-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 1332 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 91 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 96 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 110 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 270 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | CVT |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 200 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.9 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 75.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 186.2 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | Not confirmed |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | No | Electronic |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Not confirmed |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | Not confirmed |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | Not confirmed |
| Number of Gears | 5 | Not confirmed |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | CVT Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Not confirmed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Not confirmed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Axle Layout | RWD | Not confirmed |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 17 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 13 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 18 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not confirmed |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 17 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 55 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | 6 |
| ABS | No | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Yes |
| Traction Control | No | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | No |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Not confirmed |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Yes |
| Brake Assist | No | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | No | Not confirmed |
| Central Locking | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not confirmed |
| Whiplash Protection | No | Not confirmed |
| Lane Change Warning | No | Not confirmed |
| AEB | No | Yes |
| BA | No | Not confirmed |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Not confirmed |
| Driver Airbag | No | Not confirmed |
| EBD | No | Not confirmed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fatigue Detection | No | Not confirmed |
| Hill Hold | No | Not confirmed |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Side Airbags | No | Not confirmed |
| Stability Control | No | Yes |
| TCS | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not confirmed |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not confirmed |
| ABS EBD | No | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | Not confirmed |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | Not confirmed |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | No | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | No | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not confirmed |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not confirmed |
| Eco Mode | No | Not confirmed |
| EV Mode | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera | No | Yes |
| Sport Mode | No | Not confirmed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Park Assist | No | Not confirmed |
| Around View Monitor | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | No | Not confirmed |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Camera | No | Not confirmed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensor | No | Not confirmed |
| Automatic High Beam | No | Not confirmed |
| Pre-Collision System | No | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear View Camera | No | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | Not confirmed |
| Reversing Camera | No | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Camera | No | Yes |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Electric Driver |
| Heated Seats | No | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | No | No |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Multi Colour |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Armrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | Not confirmed |
| Cup Holders | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear USB Ports | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | Not confirmed |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | Not confirmed |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Not confirmed |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Not confirmed |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | Not confirmed |
| Cooled Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Not confirmed |
| Fabric Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Leather Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Memory Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Not confirmed |
| Rear Headrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Armrest Front | No | Not confirmed |
| Armrest Rear | No | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Not confirmed |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | Not confirmed |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | Not confirmed |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colours | Grey | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Fold Type | No | Not confirmed |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Wireless |
| Android Auto | No | Wireless |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 10 |
| Navigation System | No | Integrated |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Not confirmed |
| USB Ports | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Wireless |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Wireless |
| FM Radio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | Not confirmed |
| Voice Recognition | No | Not confirmed |
| AUX Input | No | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | Not confirmed |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Rear Usb | No | Not confirmed |
| Premium Audio | No | Not confirmed |
| Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 10 |
| Audio System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | Not confirmed |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Head Up Display | No | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | Not confirmed |
| Connected Services | No | Not confirmed |
| Voice Control | No | Not confirmed |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | Not confirmed |
| Radio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Touchscreen | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Matrix LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | No | LED |
| Roof Rails | No | Silver |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | 19-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | Not confirmed |
| Body Cladding | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | Not confirmed |
| Roof Type | Cab | Not confirmed |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wiper | No | Not confirmed |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | Not confirmed |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | Not confirmed |
| DRL | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Led Headlights | No | Matrix LED |
| Led Taillights | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | Not confirmed |
| Auto Headlights | No | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Not confirmed |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | Not confirmed |
| Headlamps | No | Matrix LED |
| Headlight Type | No | Matrix LED |
| Headlights | No | Matrix LED |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not confirmed |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | 24 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 350 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Normal Sport Eco |
| Locking Differential | No | Electronic |
| Underbody Protection | No | Not confirmed |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not confirmed |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | No |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | Not confirmed |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | Not confirmed |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not confirmed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | Not confirmed |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 235/45 R19 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 19-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Not confirmed |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | Not confirmed |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | 19-inch Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Type | Radial | Not confirmed |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | 19-inch Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Not confirmed |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Not confirmed |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | Not confirmed |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | Not confirmed |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Not confirmed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | Not confirmed |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Wheel Material | Steel | 19-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | Not confirmed |
| Wheels | Steel | 19-inch Alloy |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | Moderate |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 2 Years |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | Not confirmed |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | Not confirmed |
| First Service At | 7500 | Not confirmed |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Alternator | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not confirmed |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | Not confirmed |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 142 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | Not confirmed |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | Not confirmed |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | Not confirmed |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Not confirmed |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | Not confirmed |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | 10 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | 12 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | 14 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | 16 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 34 |
| Spec | K2500 | Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Not confirmed |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | Not confirmed |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Not confirmed |
| Starting Price | 460995 | Not confirmed |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | Not confirmed |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and Qashqai comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: K2500 41 vs Qashqai 53.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Qashqai 65.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Qashqai 87.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Qashqai 68.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs Qashqai 42.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Qashqai leads by 24 points
Qashqai holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
64
/100
Lead
24
points
Data
87%
source coverage
64
#1
Evidence leader
Qashqai
87% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Ownership 42
Performance
53
Efficiency
65
Safety
87
Practicality
68
Ownership
42
Leads by 24 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Qashqai +12
Efficiency
Qashqai +25
Safety
Qashqai +87
Practicality
K2500 +3
Ownership
K2500 +7
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Qashqai
Performance
53/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
42/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Nissan Qashqai
leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Qashqai leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs Qashqai questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.