Nissan Qashqai used buying guide

A practical, popular crossover. A manual or later auto with a clean MOT is the safe pick; be cautious of early CVTs.

Medium riskTypical from ~£7,000

Common issues to watch

  • •Early CVT automatics (Jatco) can fail — prefer a manual or a later, revised auto.
  • •Diesel DPF problems on cars used around town.
  • •Check suspension and steering for knocks, common on higher-mileage examples.

What to check before you buy

  • Identify the gearbox type and check its service history.
  • Review MOT history for DPF and suspension advisories.
  • Test drive for steering and suspension noises.

Our verdict

A practical, popular crossover. A manual or later auto with a clean MOT is the safe pick; be cautious of early CVTs.

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