2025 Nissan Qashqai Review

Editor : Mark K | Cars&TechSG

The 2025 Nissan Qashqai arrives with a refreshed design, upgraded tech features, and improved refinement, positioning itself as a strong contender in the compact SUV segment. While it stays true to the Qashqai formula of comfort and practicality, several enhancements help elevate its overall appeal. Two variants, premium and prestige are available.

First Impressions

Nissan has given the 2025 Qashqai a bold visual upgrade, making it noticeably more distinctive on the road. The front end features a new shiny, textured grille that immediately catches the eye, paired with a sleek split-headlight arrangement that delivers a more futuristic, premium appearance.

At the rear, the SUV benefits from redesigned tail lights with sharper contours and dynamic turn indicators — a small but classy addition that enhances the vehicle's road presence. These exterior updates result in a more expressive and upmarket look compared to previous versions.

Practicality also shines through the design. The rear doors open almost a full 90 degrees, making them incredibly convenient for loading bulky items or securing child seats. Combined with the Qashqai's excellent visibility and advanced exterior camera system, the design blends style with genuine everyday usability.

Interior Impressions

Stepping inside, the Qashqai offers a cabin that feels thoughtfully designed and more premium than before. The use of patterned surfaces and two-tone seat materials adds visual interest, giving the interior a more upscale character.

The updated infotainment screen is crisp and responsive, offering better clarity than previous iterations. However, the system still requires the driver to tap "OK" to accept a safety disclaimer at every start-up — a minor but recurring annoyance.

Comfort is one of the Qashqai's strongest attributes. The suspension is tuned for a smooth, compliant ride, absorbing bumps well in everyday driving. Sound insulation has improved too, resulting in a quieter cabin.

Climate control performance is strong — especially welcome in Singapore's heat. The physical air-con and volume controls are intuitive, though their design could be more modern. Storage space throughout the cabin is reasonable, although the door bins are smaller than expected.

Convenience features like USB-C ports in the center console and walk-away auto lock/unlock further enhance the Qashqai's user-friendliness. The head-up display is impressively clear and crisp, adding to driving ease.

Nissan continues to stand out with its camera technology. The 360-degree camera system is one of the best in the segment, offering multiple viewpoints — including an under-car perspective that's incredibly helpful for avoiding kerbs or obstacles in tight carparks.

The infotainment screen is sharper and faster, but the consistent need to confirm the safety prompt at every start somewhat breaks the seamless experience.

Cabin Comfort?

Rear passenger space has been improved, giving adults more knee and shoulder room than the previous generation. The wide-opening rear doors are especially useful for families, making it much easier to install child seats or help kids in and out. Rear occupants also benefit from air vents and charging ports, which enhance comfort during longer journeys. While three passengers can fit across the back, it's most comfortable with two due to the raised centre seat and slight floor hump.

The boot provides 504 litres of cargo capacity, which is generous for its class and easily handles groceries, sports equipment, or luggage for a weekend getaway. The adjustable dual-level boot floor is a particularly useful feature — it lets you switch between extra depth or a flat load floor depending on what you're carrying. 

On Road Performance: 

On the road, the Qashqai delivers a comfortable and composed driving experience. Steering is nicely weighted and responsive, providing confidence in both city traffic and on open roads. The suspension is tuned for comfort, absorbing bumps and uneven surfaces effectively without making the cabin feel floaty.

Handling is surprisingly agile for a compact SUV. The Qashqai feels stable through corners, with minimal body roll, and the responsive steering helps drivers place the car accurately when changing lanes or navigating winding roads. The turning radius is tight enough to make U-turns, parking lots, and narrow streets easy to manage — a practical advantage in urban driving conditions.

The start-stop system does produce noticeable vibration when restarting at traffic lights, and there is a slight turbo lag during initial acceleration. However, once underway, the engine and transmission deliver smooth and predictable performance, making the Qashqai easy and relaxing to drive in most situations.

The Bottom Line:

The 2025 Nissan Qashqai remains a well-rounded compact SUV that blends comfort, practicality, and user-friendly tech into a cohesive package. The refreshed styling, improved cabin quality, and excellent camera system help it feel more modern and competitive.

While small quirks like the infotainment confirmation prompt, start-stop vibration, and modest door-bin space persist, they don't overshadow what the Qashqai does very well.

For buyers looking for a comfortable, stylish, and highly usable crossover that handles daily driving with ease, the updated Qashqai is a strong and compelling option.

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