Comparison Mazda CX-5 2.2 Skyactiv-D vs. Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi

We bring you a comparison between two of the most popular SUVs on the market today: the Nissan Qashqai (2016) and the Mazda CX-5 (2018).

Design, roominess and comfort

Design is one of the main selling points of these two models, although each takes a slightly different approach. The Mazda CX-5 offers well-defined but somewhat more streamlined lines and a certain premium look, while the Nissan Qashqai tries to win you over from the first moment with large wheels and a more provocative appearance.

As a car that sits midway between the mainstream and premium segments, the perceived quality of the Mazda CX-5’s interior is excellent, not quite as much as the Nissan Qashqai, which uses less eye-catching materials, though they are also decent.

Both models are very comfortable for passengers – in both the front and rear seats – and stand out for their wide range of technology.

Performance: handling, power and consumption

Both the Nissan Qashqai and the Mazda CX-5 offer a great balance between stability and comfort when driving. The proportions of the Nissan are slightly more compact than those of the Mazda, which should give it a slight dynamic advantage over its rival.

The Mazda CX-5’s 2.2 Skyactiv-D engine is slightly more powerful than the Nissan Qashqai’s 1.6 dCi, although its performance is very similar, including consumption. The engine in the CX-5 is very progressive (its dependence on the turbo is much lower than in other diesel engines) and pleasant to drive, while the Qashqai’s powertrain stands out for its great flexibility; it delivers its power from low revs almost to the top of the rev range.

Equipment

Both offer a wide range of equipment in the trim levels selected for this comparison (among the most popular with buyers), although the Mazda offers a greater number of driver assistance systems than the Nissan.

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Technical specifications of the cars in this article

CrossoverNissan Qashqai19 versions · from 32,200 €

Off-RoadMazda CX-57 versions · from 35,200 €