A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Historical comparison
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Nissan Patrol
Discontinued model
Nissan Qashqai
Discontinued model
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⚡ 110 kW🔧 270 Nm⛽ 17 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformancePatrol
⛽Fuel EconomyQashqai
🛡SafetyPatrol
📦PracticalityPatrol
🔑OwnershipNot enough comparable data
Recorded price context
Patrol:
last listed from
ZAR 1,579,900
·
Qashqai:
last listed from
ZAR 495,000
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Maximum Power
298 kW
110 kW
Maximum Torque
560 Nm
270 Nm
Engine Size
5552 cc
1332 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
9.0 km/l
17 km/l
Ground Clearance
272 mm
180 mm
Boot / Load Bay
490 l
504 l
Airbags
9
6
Kerb Weight
2660 kg
1450 kg
Seating Capacity
8 seats
5 seats
Warranty
3 Years / 100,000 km
3
= leads in this spec
Archived vehicles remain available for comparison. Verified specs stay visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
Patrol holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Qashqai.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Patrol
+44 pts
Efficiency
Qashqai
+28 pts
Safety
Patrol
+11 pts
Practicality
Patrol
+23 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
Patrol
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Qashqai
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Patrol
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Qashqai
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Model Introduced Year
2013
2007
Facelift History
2019 mid-cycle facelift with revised front fascia and updated technology
Latest generation redesign improved styling and tech
Facelift Launched Since
2019
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
2660 kg
1450 kg
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Length
5165 mm
4425 mm
Width
1995 mm
1835 mm
Height
1940 mm
1625 mm
Wheelbase
2850 mm
2665 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
272 mm
180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
140 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
490 l
504 l
Kerb Weight
2660 kg
1450 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3560 kg
1980 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
1800 kg
Seating Capacity
8 seats
5 seats
Minimum Turning Radius
6.2 m
Not confirmed
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Engine
5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1.3-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
5552 cc
1332 cc
Cylinders
8
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
32
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Dual Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
298 kW
110 kW
Maximum Torque
560 Nm
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
4WD
FWD
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
CVT
Top Speed
210 km/h
200 km/h
0-100 km/h
6.6 sec
8.9 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
112 kW/tonne
75.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
210.5 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
Patrol
Qashqai
Gearbox
7-Speed Automatic
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD Full-Time
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Standard
Electronic
Transfer Case
Standard
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
7-Speed Automatic
CVT Automatic
Gearbox Type
7-Speed Automatic
CVT Automatic
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Claimed Mileage
9.0 km/l
17 km/l
City Mileage
7.8 km/l
13 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.5 km/l
18 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
140 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 6
Fuel Tank Litres
140
55
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Airbags
9
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Standard
No
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not confirmed
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Alarm System
Standard
Not confirmed
Central Locking
Standard
Not confirmed
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Yes
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Seat Material
Nappa Leather
Leather
Seat Adjustment
Power 16-Way
Electric Driver
Heated Seats
Standard
Front
Ventilated Seats
Standard
No
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Multi Colour
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
Not confirmed
Front Armrest
Standard
Not confirmed
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Climate Control
3-Zone Auto AC
Dual Zone Automatic
Power Windows
All Doors
All Auto
Keyless Entry
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
Yes
Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Not confirmed
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not confirmed
AC Type
3-Zone Auto AC
Dual Zone Automatic
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Yes
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Combined
13.0
Not confirmed
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar
Front and Rear
Not confirmed
Air Conditioning
3-Zone Auto AC
Dual Zone Automatic
Sound System
13
10
Unlocking
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charger
Standard
Yes
Rim Size
Not confirmed
19-inch Alloy
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
13
10
Navigation System
Standard
Integrated
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Not confirmed
USB Ports
4
Not confirmed
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Audio Speakers
13
10
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
LED Headlamps
Standard
Matrix LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Fog Lamps
Standard
LED
Roof Rails
Standard
Silver
Alloy Wheel Design
Standard
19-inch Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
Standard
Not confirmed
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not confirmed
DRL
Standard
LED
Led Headlights
Standard
Matrix LED
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
LED
Headlamps
Standard
Matrix LED
Headlight Type
Standard
Matrix LED
Headlights
Standard
Matrix LED
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Tyre Size
285/60 R18
235/45 R19
Wheel Type
Standard
19-inch Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Not confirmed
Brake Type Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Disc
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Not confirmed
Wheels
Standard
19-inch Alloy
Wheel Rim Size
Not confirmed
19-inch Alloy
Wheel Diameter
Not confirmed
19-inch Alloy
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Electric
Front Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Chassis Type
Not confirmed
Monocoque
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Warranty Years
3 Years / 100,000 km
3
Warranty Kilometers
3 Years / 100,000 km
3
Basic Warranty
3 Years / 100,000 km
3
Warranty
3 Years / 100,000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
Not confirmed
3 Years
Roadside Assistance
Not confirmed
3 Years
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
CO2 Emissions
329 g/km
142 g/km
Start Stop System
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not confirmed
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not confirmed
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not confirmed
Service Interval
Not confirmed
15000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost
Not confirmed
Moderate
Battery Warranty
Not confirmed
2 Years
Service Intervals
Not confirmed
15000 km / 12 months
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Real-world City Mileage Min
17 l/100km
10 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
21 l/100km
12 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
13 l/100km
14 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
15.5 l/100km
16 l/100km
Owner Review Count
5
34
Spec
Patrol
Qashqai
Ground Clearance Max
272 mm
180 mm
Ground Clearance Min
272 mm
180 mm
Approach Angle
Not confirmed
19 deg
Departure Angle
Not confirmed
24 deg
Wading Depth
Not confirmed
350 mm
Terrain Modes
Not confirmed
Normal Sport Eco
Locking Differential
Not confirmed
Electronic
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
Patrol leads by 20 points
Patrol holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Qashqai.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
Patrol
Performance
97/100
Efficiency
37/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
91/100
Qashqai
Performance
53/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
42/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Nissan Patrol
leads the catalogue index with 84 pts
vs 64 pts for Qashqai
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Patrol leads. However, Qashqai may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Patrol and Qashqai comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Patrol 97 vs Qashqai 53.
Efficiency index: Patrol 37 vs Qashqai 65.
Safety-equipment index: Patrol 98 vs Qashqai 87.
Practicality index: Patrol 91 vs Qashqai 68.
Ownership-cover index: Patrol not separately scored vs Qashqai 42.
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