Nissan Qashqai

Premium special edition offers boost to Qashqai residuals

Nissan has confirmed pricing and personal contract (PCP) offers for the limited-availability launch version of the third generation All-New Nissan Qashqai.

Generously-specified Premiere Edition models will be offered from £29,270 RRP for the 1.3 DiG-T 140PS Mild Hybrid Manual (6-speed), or £31,790 for the 1.3 DiG-T Mild Hybrid 158PS Xtronic automatic model.

A limited number of Premiere Edition versions will be available to UK customers, with deliveries beginning in the summer.

The All-New Qashqai Premiere Edition sees a significant uplift in residual value versus the previous generation Qashqai, retaining 49.5% (Manual versions) and 49.8% (Xtronic Auto) over three years/30,000 miles – up seven per cent on comparable N-Connecta grade models.

PCP prices start at £323 a month for the 14oPS 1.3 DiG-T Mild Hybrid Manual, and £363 for the 158PS Xtronic Auto.

“The All-New Nissan Qashqai sets the bar even higher in the competitive C-SUV segment and we are confident it will more than live up to customer expectations,” said Andrew Humberstone, Managing Director, Nissan Motor (GB) Ltd. “For the thousands of existing Qashqai owners, upgrading from previous generation models is not only extremely desirable, but also very affordable. The Premiere Edition is a compelling package for those wanting to be the first to experience new Qashqai’s cutting-edge design, convenient and intuitive technologies, and dynamic, efficient performance.”

Showcasing the advanced technology available on the all-new Qashqai, the Premiere Edition offers unprecedented convenience features normally found in upper automotive segments.

The central 9” screen houses Nissan’s upgraded infotainment system, while an additional 12.3” TFT configurable screen sits in front of the driver, replacing the traditional dials.

To complement the high definition TFT screen, there’s a 10.8-inch Head-Up Display (HUD), the largest in the segment, offering speed, navigation directions and road information directly in the driver’s line-of-sight. Taking into account the two screens, and the head-up display – the driver has easy and convenient access to key information while driving.

Additional convenience comes in the form of a wireless charging pad, allowing occupants to easily charge smartphones. At 15w, the wireless charging unit is among the most powerful in the segment. And while the smartphone is charging wirelessly, suitably equipped iPhones can connect to the Qashqai via wireless Apple CarPlay®, allowing seamless usage of many of the phone’s apps.

The new Qashqai Premiere Edition is powered by a highly evolved iteration of the 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine found on the current Qashqai. However, Nissan’s engineers have developed it to include mild hybrid technology which enhances its efficiency.

There are two configurations: 138hp with six-speed manual gearbox, or 156hp coupled with Nissan’s advanced Xtronic gearbox, which is operated via the new, convenient gear selector on the centre console.