This car can be called full confidence one of the most successful crossovers in the market, so it ranks the first lines on sales in Russia and abroad. Today we will talk about the technical characteristics of the stylish and modern car Nissan Qashqai (J11). The compact crossover with elegant design is highlighted in the urban stream, and an impressive elevation over the ground and the four-wheel drive attach confidence in both the city and the forest.

A bit of history

Nissan Qashqai was created to fill the popularity of niche compact crossovers. The best Japanese and American designers worked on the novelty. The project was made in the British Design Bureau using digital modeling, and the final view of the car received in the London Design department. The new Qashqai has undergone many changes since the times, but the overall concept and style of the car remained unchanged. Differences in the appearance are presented in two photos below:

Sales "Kashka" began in 2007. Today, the version of the crossover version has been implemented with great success, which has already managed to receive the "Car 2016" award. Evaluated a novelty in Russia in dignity. When the crossover appears in the market in 2007, the cost of the front-wheel drive version was at the C-class car level. The latest Qashqai updates were announced in 2017. They affected the appearance and electronics. The size of the discs "Nissan Cascai" also changed to the biggest side.

Since 2015, the crossover is also produced in Russia. The plant is located in St. Petersburg. The main thing that has changed in the "Cashki" at the beginning of production at a new plant is borrowed from Nissan X-Trail front and rear subframes. Such changes allowed to expand the rut and increase the ground clearance to 200 mm. In addition, all vehicles for Russia are equipped with a full-size spare wheel. Sales today in Russia exceeded 260,000 copies, and around the world went beyond 3.3 million.

Model name

The creative approach in choosing the name led to the ancient tribes of nomads of Kashkhaev, which to this day live on the territory of modern Iran. This idea has already previously used the company "Volkswagen", calling his car Taureg (this is exactly the name of the tribe of the Indians of North America). In Russia, "Casca" is often called "cats", and the Japanese version of the crossover (the steering wheel of the right) is implemented with the "Dualis" nameplate.

Description Cascai ": dimensions and updates

This generation of conquered the popularity of the crossover can be safely called the reference in the field of ergonomics, comfort, safety and style. The sizes of the body "Casca" received new ones. The rapid bends of the body and the high line of the hood speak about the insertion inside. The use of LED elements and lines propagating from the front bumper to the rear indicate that it is a car running in time.

The appearance of updated optics helped to rejuvenate the front and rear wings. The side mirrors also changed their appearance a little, and the expansion of the color range to the side of bright shades is designed to attract a young audience. The rear bumper lifted a bit, which made it possible to increase the loading height. Rear lights equipped with LEDs.

Convenience Salon

The car received an even more spacious salon, the materials of the finishing of high quality and to the smallest detail solutions in ergonomics. Here everything you need at hand, the controls are deposited and reconciled, indicators and alarms are designed to help the driver in any situation.

It should be stopped in more detail on the updated front armchairs. Now they include improved side rollers and armed with ergonomic spinal support, all this improves blood circulation and significantly reduces fatigue in a long road.

Being a passenger is no less pleasant. High-quality noise insulation allows without obstacles to talk on the road, and the ability to adjust the seat to itself and the presence of a complete electro accruitment significantly increase the comfort of the trip. The multimedia system not only loses music, but also allows you to enter the Internet.

The rear row is executed in the same embossed style as the previous model, but is made of a more dense and high-quality filler, which allows you to comfortably accommodate people of different sets.

You should not forget about the convenience of transporting home Skarb in Casca. "It is about 480 liters. The size of the luggage compartment is about 480 liters, but if you lay the rear row of the seats, Nissan will easily transport the bike, a pram, a washing machine or a gas stove.

Office with comfort

Comfortable steering wheel with sports notes and multimedia control keys, improved and ergonomic pedal node, comfortable seat with retaining rollers, one of the best transmission control nodes, an updated shield with the possibility of adjusting the backlight - All this allows drivers of different complexes and experience with simplicity and comfort. Updated auto "Nissan Cascai". Thanks to these parameters, the crossover is far ahead of other similar models. The interior looks quite rich, everything is ashamed in the style of Nissan.

Power units and transmission

The equipment is installed in a 1.2 liter motor, which issues 115 hp. The low-power motor is quite economical, the claimed flow rate is 6.2 liters. It works in a pair with MCPP or variator. In this case, the drive is only on the front wheels.

A 2 liter engine capacity of 144 horses is available. Fuel consumption will be 8 liters in mixed mode.

The most economical turned out to be 1.6 liter diesel, capable of issuing 130 hp In the mixed cycle, its consumption will be less than 5 liters per hundred kilometers.

Color solutions

Buyers are available as the next Body Palette "Nissan Kashkai":

• The black.
• Red.
• Bronze.
• Grey.
• Silver.
• Dark violet.
• Dark blue.
• White.

New "Casca": body sizes

The modern form of body demanded some changes in order of manageability and smaller windscreen resistance. The new model "Cascai", which became more sporty, expanded a little and became slightly lower in height.

D: 4377 millimeters (+49 mm).

C: 1595 millimeters (-20 mm).

W: 1837 millimeters (+15 mm).

Wheel base 2646 mm.

The change in the size of the "Kushka" in the best way affected aerodynamics and stability on the track. Reducing the windshield coefficient made it possible to reduce fuel consumption.

The sizes of the wheels "Kushka" also underwent changes. The crossover received a new size of the disks - now you can choose, 17, 18 or 19 inch version of aluminum disks will be installed on the car.

The maximum speed of the crossover is within 180-195 km / h, depending on the established power unit. For overclocking up to 100 km / h, the car will need about 10 seconds.

The enhanced body does not interfere with unhindered to open and close the doors, even with a significant car distortion.

Security and options

The Nissan automaker always takes care of its customers, so in the new "Cashki" with the protection of the driver and passengers everything is in perfect order. Their safety under the control of SRS system with 6 security pillows, as well as smart systems:

• Anti-block brake system.
• Emergency braking system.
• System distributing brake efforts.
• The chair for small passengers can be fixed with ISOFIX hooks.

The sizes of the body "Nissan Casca" allowed to increase passive safety.

The following options are presented in high configurations of the crossover:

• Automatic folding mirrors.
• Fog lights with built-in LEDs.
• Steal petals for switching gear.
• Sensor for determining the rain and autothea.
• Climate control with two zones.
• Alarm prevention system.
• Circular view system.

Revolutionary innovation was the appearance of the Propilot system. She knows how to manage the crossover within one lane. This development belongs to Nissan. In the future, this technology will surely provide a large breakthrough automotive production.

Package

"Casca" is available in the following configurations: XE, SE, SE +, QE, LE, LE +, Leroof, Lesport.

Even the starting package includes a sufficient number of options: airbags, heated mirrors, multimedia system with 4 speakers, air conditioning, full electric car, front armchairs heated, 16 inch cast aluminum discs, steering and seat adjustment. The most equipped equipment will receive a header with 7 speakers, a leather interior, a panoramic roof, alloy wheels of larger, rain and light sensors and many other useful options.

Start of sales in Russia

The start date of sales in Russia is hidden in every way. But now it is clear that this event will take place closer to the end of 2018 or at the very beginning of 2019. It is impossible to sign up for a test drive for official dealers, but booklets of the updated "Kashka" have already appeared on the information boards of car dealerships. This indicates the imminent appearance of the long-awaited crossover on sale.

Crossover (Body J11) is offered in the Russian market with three power plants: a turbocharged gasoline engine 1.2 Dig-T (115 hp, 190 nm), a gasoline "atmospheric" 2.0 (144 hp, 200 nm) and Turbodiesel 1.6 DCI (130 hp, 320 nm). Two of the three specified aggregates are also installed under the hood of the partner in the model range. Gasoline "Turbowork" 1.2 Dig-T was previously installed mainly on Renault passenger cars, and Cascai became almost the first of the crossovers who received this small, but the time is a very smart motor. It is aggregated with a 6-speed manual box or an Xtronic variator. The same two types of transmissions are available for a 2.0-liter motor. The diesel version of Nissan Qashqai provides a complete set only by a variator.

Using the CMF modular platform with a high content of high-strength steel allowed to obtain a light body resting on an anterior independent suspension with MacPherson racks and a rear multi-dimensional design. Provided both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configuration. The system of the connected full drive with the inter-sole electromagnetic clutch, installed in front of the rear axle gear, is equipped with only the modification of Nissan Casca 2.0.

The average fuel consumption of the parquet fuel with a turbo engine 1.2 Dig-T according to passport data does not exceed 6.2 l / 100 km. The crossover with a 2.0-liter engine consumes a little more - about 6.9-7.7 liters depending on the modification. Diesel Nissan Cascais is characterized by high fuel economy, spending in a mixed cycle about 4.9 liters of diesel.

Specifications Nissan Qashqai J11 - Summary Table:

Parameter	Qashqai 1.2 Dig-T 115 hp	Qashqai 2.0 144 hp			QASHQAI 1.6 DCI 130 hp
Engine
engine's type	petrol				diesel
Pretty	there is	not			there is
Number of cylinders	4
Number of valves on the cylinder	4
Volume, cube. cm.	1197	1997			1598
Power, hp (at rpm)	115 (4500)	144 (6000)			130 (4000)
	190 (2000)	200 (4400)			320 (1750)
Transmission
Drive unit	2wd.	2wd.	2wd.	4WD.	2wd.
Transmission	6MCP	6MCP	variator Xtronic Cvt.	variator Xtronic Cvt.	variator Xtronic Cvt.
Suspension
Type of front suspension	independent type MacPherson
Type of rear suspension	independent multi-type
Brake system
Front brakes	disk ventilated
Rear brakes	disk
Steering
Amplifier type	electric
Tires
Tire dimension	215/65 R16, 215/60 R17, 215/45 R19
Dual dimension	16 × 6.5j, 17 × 7.0j, 19 × 7.0j
Fuel
Type of fuel	AI-95				DT
Volume of tank, l	60
Fuel consumption
Urban cycle, l / 100 km	7.8	10.7	9.2	9.6	5.6
Country cycle, l / 100 km	5.3	6.0	5.5	6.0	4.5
Mixed cycle, l / 100 km	6.2	7.7	6.9	7.3	4.9
dimensions
Number of seats	5
Length, mm.	4377
Width, mm.	1806
Height, mm.	1595
Wheel base, mm	2646
Kick front wheels, mm	1565
Pitch the rear wheels, mm	1550
The volume of the trunk, l	430
Road clearance (clearance), mm	200	200			185
Weight
Curly, kg.	1373	1383	1404	1475	1528
Full, kg.	1855	1865	1890	1950	2000
Maximum trailer mass (equipped with brakes), kg	1000
Maximum trailer weight (not equipped with brakes), kg	709	713	723	750	750
Dynamic characteristics
Maximum speed, km / h	185	194	184	182	183
Overclocking time up to 100 km / h, with	10.9	9.9	10.1	10.5	11.1

Overall dimensions of Nissan Casca

The crossover in the body J11 slightly added in size relative to its predecessor. The length of the car is 4377 mm, the width is 1806 mm (excluding mirrors). Only the height of the crossover decreased, now it is equal to 1595 mm.

Nissan Qashqai J11 engines

HRA2DDT 1.2 Dig-T 115 hp

The four-cylinder gasoline turbo engine 1.2 Dig-T, developed by Renault, has replaced 1.6-liter "atmospheric". The power unit with the H5FT index is equipped with an aluminum block of cylinders, direct injection of fuel, timing chain drive, the system for changing the phase distribution in the inlet. Turbocaddv allows one from a small motor volume to squeeze 115 hp, which are available from 4500 rpm. At the same time, the maximum torque of 190 nm is achieved already at 2000 rpm, which helps to confidently start from the scene.

MR20DD 2.0 144 hp

The MR20DD engine representing an improved MR20DE unit received an intake manifold of variable length, a direct injection system, phasers of inlet and exhaust valves.

R9m 1.6 DCI 130 hp

A turbocharged diesel 1.6 DCI is built on the predecessor base - 1.9 DCI (F9Q index). Up to 75% of the details used in the new engine were developed "from scratch". The design of the unit involves the presence of a direct injection with a portion of fuel supply, a turbocharger with a variable geometry, exhaust recycling systems, oil pumping pump, start / stop system. The peak torque of the 1.6 DCI 130 motor is 320 nm (from 1750 rpm). The emission level of 129 g / km makes it possible to comply with the Euro-5 environmental standard.

Engine specifications Nissan Cascais:

Parameter	1.2 Dig-T 115 hp	2.0 144 hp	1.6 DCI 130 hp
Engine code	HRA2DDT (H5FT)	MR20DD.	R9m.
engine's type	gasoline with turbocharging	gasoline without turbocharging	diesel with turbocharged
Supply system	direct injection, two camshafts (DOHC), the system of changing the phases of gas distribution on the inlet valves	direct injection, two camshafts (DOHC), dual system of changing phases of gas distribution	direct Injection Common Rail, two camshafts (DOHC)
Number of cylinders	4
Location Cylinders	row
Number of valves	16
Cylinder diameter, mm	72.2	84.0	80.0
Piston stroke, mm	73.1	90.1	79.5
Compression ratio	10.1:1	11.2:1	15.4:1
Working volume, cube. cm.	1197	1997	1598
Power, hp (at rpm)	115 (4500)	144 (6000)	130 (4000)
Torque, n * m (at rpm)	190 (2000)	200 (4400)	320 (1750)

Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover who saw the world in 2007. Its production has established in English Sunderland, and it was the very first concern model, which was released in Europe. In Japan and Australia, the car was named Dualis, in America - Rogue.

The company was expected to produce and sell 100 thousand cars per year, but the demand for Qashqai was so high that the plant had to translate into a three-permanent mode of operation. In total, about 1 million copies of the first generation were released in the world. So this car informally became the founder of the class of compact crossovers.

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In Russia, Nissan Qashqai was supplied in the market with gasoline engines 1.6 and 2 liters, mechanical gearbox or variator, front or complete drive. There are also versions with turbodiesels of 1.5, 1.6 and 2 liters, but they did not sell them in Russia - they could be driven out of the abroad (so some and came).

In 2008, QASHQAI +2 appeared with two additional places. To do this, the manufacturer had to make a wheelbase longer than 135 mm and to increase the rear ot of 75 mm. And in 2010, restyling was produced. So the car has become more beautiful and with better noise insulation.

List of engines

Model of DVS	A type	Volume	Power	When used
HR16DE.	Petrol	1.6 L.	114-115 l. from.	2007-2013
	Petrol	2 L.	140-141 liters. from.	2007-2013
H5FT.	Gasoline, with turbocharged	1.2 L.	115-130 liters from.	2013-our time
K9k.	Diesel, with turbine	1.5 L.	103-110 l. from.	2007-2010, not sold in Russia
R9m.	Diesel, with turbine	1.6 L.	130 liters from.	2011-2013, not sold in Russia
M9R.	Diesel, with turbine	2 L.	150 liters from.	2007-2013, not sold in Russia

Engines HR16DE and MR20DE (1 generation)

The most common are HR16DE and MR20DE engines. These are massive power plants that are used not only on Nissan models, but also on Renault.

The first popular engine is HR16DE. This is a 4-cylinder and 1.6-liter gasoline engine power of 115 liters. from. Its maximum torque is achieved at a rotation speed of 4800 rpm and is 168 nm. The advantage of the aggregate is its omnivores - it is able to work normally with gasoline AI-92, 95, 98, the passport consumption is 6.9-8.3 liters. It is considered reliable and economical, distinguished by pickup and confident work on low revs.

Motor disadvantages:

• Lack of hydrocompators that entails the need to adjust the valves at a certain time.
• High price of oil pump and timing chain. However, the timing chain in this motor is almost eternal.
• The fuel pump and the benzobac are a modular design. If something breaks, then you have to change the whole knot.

Despite the disadvantages, the motor is reliable, and its chain instead of the timing belt is an advantage, as it is not stretched even after 200 thousand kilometers. In addition, it does not break sharply (as it happens with belts), and its wear is accompanied by a crackle. This eliminates the risk of instant cliff and damage valves, which leads to overhaul.

As for the engine resource, according to various sources, it is able to "run" 400-500 thousand kilometers. On car forums, there are many owners with a mileage of 300 thousand.

MR20DE is a popular 4-cylinder 2-liter motor with a capacity of 129-147 liters. from. It is installed not only on the Nissan model, but also on Renault (Serena, Clio, VN200, Megane, Scenic, etc.). Its maximum torque is achieved at 3,800 rpm and is 207 nm.

As in the previous model, there are no hydrocomathers, so the engine knock will first indicate the need to adjust the valves. In general, the motor is simplicity and does not have complex technologies. Its characteristic "diseases" are as follows:

1. Elevated oil consumption. The problem with the high masplicity is relevant for this DVS. The cause of clutch oil rings becomes.
2. The second drawback is the tension of the timing chain, which is accompanied by loss of power, dips idling.
3. Engine whistle - often on a cold engine, a whistled whistling from the generator is heard. So his belt whistles, which can be tightened or replaced.

By itself, the engine MR20DE is reliable - he has its pros and cons, but with proper operation and timely replacement of oil, candles and filters it will last long. Often there are cars with this unit with a mileage of over 300 thousand kilometers.

Second-generation engines

The "Nissans" of the second generation was used by advanced MR20DE. They got the name MR20DD (that is, only the last letter was changed). During the improvement, the motor was supplemented by the system of changing the phases of gas distribution on two shafts, added intake manifold with direct injection and variable length. This made it possible to increase power up to 144 liters. s., Torque - up to 200 nm. This is the maximum point achieved at a speed of 4400 rpm.

At the same time, the engine remained economical - its consumption was 5-8.5 liters per 100 km. In addition to Nissan Qashqai, the installation was put on other cars:

1. Minivans 4-5 generations (Serena).
2. SUV 3 generation - X-Trail.

Now this engine is installed on restyled Nissan Qashqai models.

Another gasoline motor installed on the "Nissans" of the second generation - H5FT with a capacity of 115 liters. from. and 1.2 liter cylinders.
The maximum moment (205 nm) is achieved at 2000 rpm, which allows you to "tear" at the start and quickly develop high speed. It is extremely economical internal combustion engine with a consumption of 5.6-6.2 liters per 100 km. Small volume of cylinders is compensated by the presence of a supercharger (turbine). The motor itself received a chain timing, an aluminum block of cylinders (to reduce weight), direct injection and the system of changing the phases of gas distribution.

The peculiarity of this engine is the supercharger at a low volume of cylinders. Therefore, after the start for a confident transition to the second transmission, it must be promoted to 4000 rpm. This moment is extremely unpleasant to many owners, but it can be used to it.

The last motor installed on the 2nd generation Nissan Qashqai is R9m with a 1.6 liter capacity. This is a diesel power plant with a supercharger with a capacity of 130-160 liters. from. and torque 380 nm (at 1750 rpm).

The engine is also installed on Renault cars. As in many other Nissan power plants, a chain timing is used here (the chain is designed for the entire service life of the motor, although after 300 thousand kilometers it is stretched). The turbine with variable geometry provides an additional supervision of 1.5 bar, which ensures the specified power.

The engine does not have serious flaws and miscalculations, but there are small shortcomings. One of the common problems is to pollute the return valve that clinically nozzle, and find them difficult.

The turbine and liners are reliable - they serve about 300 thousand kilometers, but the EGR valve will have to be cleaned every year, otherwise the accumulated nagar will be to be climbing it, and then the air-fuel mixture is supplied to the cylinders get the wrong proportion. With normal maintenance, the motor will last for a long time - it is an excellent diesel engine that has been running over 350-400 thousand km on many cars. In addition, he gives up tuning, which allows you to add about 30 liters. from.

Exploitation

Used on Nissan Qashqai vehicles Power plants with proper maintenance can "run" 500 thousand kilometers, and even this is not the limit. The manufacturer clearly indicates the basic maintenance rules of the engines:

1. Use recommended engine oils, taking into account air temperature on the street and hydraulic lubrication characteristics. And although the manufacturer recommends changing the engine oil through 15,000 km, it is desirable more often - after 7.5-10 thousand kilometers. This is caused by low oil quality (many fakes on the market), which lose their operational properties faster than the engine is calculated. Moreover, "Nissan" recommends changing the oil after 7500 km under severe operating conditions.
2. Use only certified cooling fluids and change them every 60 thousand km. From time to time it is necessary to check the level of coolant in the tank and add, if the level falls below the laid.
3. Use gasoline specified in the characteristics of the octane number. And although the use of gasoline AI-92 is allowed, it is desirable to pour into the fuel fuel AI-95 reliable brand.
4. Maintain the ignition system in good condition. If there are problems with launch, then you need to replace the candles recommended by the manufacturer as soon as possible.
5. Use oil filters that advise Nissan. No need to choose a filter that is suitable exclusively by carving. Air and gasoline filters should also be changed by passing the mileage specified in the documentation.

All these elementary actions will significantly increase the resource of the motor, which is already high.

Conclusion

Nissan engines cannot be called new ones - they are manufactured since 2007, so their design is known to mechanics for a hundred. This indirectly means that these motors have been well understood, and their repair and elimination of typical "diseases" is a normal practice.

Is it possible to recommend buying a Nissan Qashqai car on the basis of any of those specified in the engine table? Full! These are reliable power plants with a large resource, which is inadvertent for most motors of other manufacturers.

The Japanese brand Nissan has always had many fans, but the conservative European market models made their way with difficulty. Seeing the success of Toyota Rav4, in Nissan conceived the model is not less successful. And they succeeded at least in the Russian market.

Nissan Qashqai is the bestseller of the domestic market. He went on sale in 2006 and was accepted on "Hurray." The Japanese managed to make a typical European car, by the way, developed it in Europe (in England). When creating a model, a technology similar to the development of Ford is used - computer design that allows less real tests of certain elements. The name of the car received a trace of Tuareg, in honor of the nomadic tribes of Asia. According to the engineers, Nissankashki was created for the city, but it laid a large margin of safety, so that he would not leave and off-road. For strong body and sufficient set of active and passive security tools, Cascai received 5 stars in European crash test.

The first generation of the car from 2006 to 2010

As befits a city car, the first generation of the crossover is not distinguished by large sizes and here Nissan Casca technical characteristics have the following:

• length 4310 mm
• width of 1780 mm
• height 1610 mm
• 180 mm clearance
• wheelbase 2630 mm
• the volume of the luggage compartment from 352 to 1513 liters
• tank volume 65 l
• mass in an unloaded condition 1410 kg
• full weight of 1930 kg.

According to the calculations of Japanese engineers, these proportions are ideal for the city crossover. And most competitors initially took the sizes of Kashka for reference. But in order to cover those buyers who want a car slightly larger than the extended modification called Casca + 2, it had dimensions:

• length 4525 mm
• width 1783 mm
• height 1645 mm
• clearance 200 mm
• wheel base 2765 mm
• volume of luggage compartment from 352 to 1520 l
• tank volume 65 l
• weight in an unloaded condition 1317 kg
• full weight of 1830 kg.

For the first generation, four power units were installed:

• diesel motor of 1.5 liters with a capacity of 105 hp Developed an impressive 240 Nm of traction and was very economical: consumption in the city was 6.2 liters, and on the highway 5 liters. But the dynamics was very mediocre - 12.2 seconds to 100 km / h. Gearbox - 6-speed mechanics. On Casca + 2 was not installed.
• a gasoline unit with a capacity of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 115 hp, with a torque of 156 nm. Such an engine worked only with a 5-step mechanic. Like the basic diesel engine, this initial gasoline motor is driving without a light, and accelerates reluctantly - in 12 seconds to 100 km / h, consuming 8.4 liters.
• 2.0 Diesel with a capacity of 150 hp, with a torque of 320 nm. In front of the basic half-liter diesel, it was not highlighted by a special dynamics - 12 seconds to 100 km / h, but was more "voracious", on average by 15%. But it was this unit that was completed with a complete drive and a classic machine for the 6th steps, so the demand for it was always.
• 2.0 Top gasoline motor, which accounted for 70% of sales. Power 141 hp, torque 198 nm, consumption up to 100 km / h in 10.1 p. Fuel consumption is only 10.7 liters in the city and 6.6 liters on the track. The car with such an engine could be purchased with both mechanics and a variator.
• Only gasoline aggregates with a capacity of 1.6 and 2.0 liters were supplied to Russia. The most popular was the 2-liter version, which was unpretentious to the quality of the fuel.

Second generation of the car since 2010

In 2010, the fashion faislifting was held. Representatives of Nissan traditionally listens to the opinion of Russian buyers, so the delegation from Japan visited our country and familiarized himself with the opinion of our compatriots.

Technical characteristics of Nissan Casca after the update:

• length 4330 mm
• width of 1780 mm
• height 1615 mm
• clearance 200 mm
• wheelbase 2630 mm
• volume of luggage compartment from 400 to 1513 liters
• tank volume 65 l
• weight in an unloaded state 1298 kg
• full weight of 1830 kg.

The model platform remains the same, and the wheelbase has not changed. But Casca frightened in length by 30 mm, it became 20 mm higher from the ground and at the same time became easier for a whole centner. External changes were mainly affected by the front part, where new, more aggressive headlight lighting is installed, recycled the shape of the hood, wings and lattice of radiators. Since there were no complaints about manageability, the developers improved noise insulation and slightly changed the suspension settings.

Cascai + 2 also changed and has the following dimensions:

• length 4541 mm
• width of 1780 mm
• height 1645 mm
• clearance 200 mm
• wheel base 2765 mm
• the volume of the luggage compartment from 130 to 1513 liters
• tank volume 65 l
• weight in unloaded condition 1404 kg
• full weight of 2078 kg.

Compare from the elongated Nissan Casca. Specifications: Clearance increased by 2 cm, which, according to the owners, the owners markedly facilitated the congresses on the ground, as well as movement along the snow-covered road. Thanks to the modified form of bumper, Casca will no longer enhance the snow, but sends it under the bottom of the car. Another of the innovations of the version of Casca + 2 is the ability to set the third row of seats.

The second generation was completely lost to diesel units, now only two gasoline units are available to the choice of buyers:

• 1.6 l with a capacity of 114 and 117 hp torque in 156 and 158 nm. Both engines differed in the gearbox, the younger version was aggregated only by mechanics, and the senior variator. Dynamics on mechanics - 11.8 s to 100 km / h, on the variator - 13 s.
• 2.0 with a capacity of 141 hp - unchanged with the first generation. For him, as before, mechanics were installed (6 steps) and the variator.

Four-wheel drive

The system of full drive in Nissan crossovers is the same regardless of the model. It has a classic formula - front-wheel drive car with connected electronics rear-wheel drive. But in contrast to most competitors, the driver's driver can control the drive using the Lock key, which closes the full drive clutch and the car becomes forcibly all-wheel drive.

If you give everything to the deposit of electronics, it is enough 0.1 seconds from the start of the slip to connect the rear wheels. The mass of the full Kashka drive is 70 kg. On the leading 4 wheels, Casca can move only to 40 km / h, after a four-wheel drive turns off.

Configuration and prices of 2013

Cascai on the domestic market is sold in 5 equipment:

1. Xe - from 789,000 to 991 000 r. Includes Standard Equipment: ABS, NissanBrakeassist and EBD, ESP, Frontalone and Side Airbags, Security Cords, Auto-Locking Doors, Central Castle, Headlight washer, EUR, Immobilizer, Sitting, Full Watercolor Watercap, Heated Seats, Fabric Salon, Air Conditioning , Magnetola with 4 speakers and Bluetooth, 16th steel discs.
2. SE - from 849 900 1 051 000 r. Includes additional options: trim steering and gearbox, pockets in seat backs, iPod USBI connectors, 16th alloy discs, fog lights, rain sensor.
3. SE + - from 873,000 to 1,075 000 r. From version, the presence of a rear view camera, a color 5-inch audio display and a different styling package.
4. 360 - from 937,000 to 1,139 000 p, this equipment is complemented by the following options: 18th Alloy wheels, panoramic roof, tinting of glasses, trimmed with skin armrests and a 360-degree brand system with 4 cameras.
5. Le + - from 1,029,000 to 1,176,000 p. Additionally includes: an access system without a key and starting from the button, trim seats of leather, BOSE audio system and headlight xenon headlights.
6. All configurations are combined with any engine, gearbox and transmission. Version +2 has similar configuration, but optionally has a third row of seats.

Conclusion

Nissan Cascai made a name to himself when the main competitors were in the stage of prototypes. For the Russian market, it is a bestseller and sold in the amount of 35 thousand pieces per year, all this is due to balanced technical characteristics, effective full drive and a reasonable price. It is also worth noting that the version of Casca + 2 with its 7-seater salon is cheaper than any other analogue, approximately 100 thousand rubles.

Not far from the corner and the next update. It is noted that the new model will have a different platform and get engines with a turbine.

Qashqai is a compact crossover combining the best qualities of the traditional family hatchback and the possibility of a compact SUV. This strong, hardy and agile car is designed specifically for the city. Big ground clearance and four-wheel drive is an indisputable advantage in modern urban conditions. Qashqai offers the consumer is already somewhat larger than the usual compact class.

The model was created with a blank sheet to fill out another market niche, where the Dodge Caliber and Suzuki SX-4 was rightly right. Neat, flawlessly verified, but extremely discreet QASHQAI is the first to truly European Nissan. It is designed in the English Technical Center of the Nissan Ntce \u200b\u200bin Cranfield, the final outlines found in London Design Studio and is produced on the plant conveyor in Sunderland.

QASHQAI The first Nissan fully designed with digital design. Of course, digital calculations were confirmed by real experiments, but the number of "living" tests decreased at times.

Creatively marketers approached the name of the car. It sounds strange only for the Russian ear, but also for Europeans. The name "Qashqai" was taken from the name, ancient Iranian, nomadic, the tribe inhabiting in Iran to this day. By the way, call a car in honor of the nomadic tribes idea is not new, the first in this was Volkswagen with the Tuareg SUPP. In Japan, the model is sold under the name Dualis.

Qashqai received a long hood from designers, strongly sloping roof line, massive bottom body, protective body kit, relief windows and impressive road lumen at 20 cm. Front air intake and a falseradiator grille visually make Qashqai wider. A large air intake gives sports accent, and the massive rear bumper causes a sense of reliability and security.

The salon is large enough, with a place of place above his head and in the elbows, but without an outpat. Designers tried to combine the atmosphere of a spacious family car and the mood of the pilot cockpit of the aircraft, where the defining word is "control". This is how the separation of the driver's working area and the rest area for passengers appeared. The instrument shield is designed so that many function buttons are concentrated around the steering center. Finishing materials are chosen with taste and fiction. Black and Chocolate Front Panel, Combined Seat Fabrics, Texture of Skin and Plastics - It all managed not only visually, but also to the touch.

In Europe, the car is available with front and complete drive, as well as with four engine options - two gasoline (1.6 liters / 115 hp and 2.0 Lira / 140 hp) and two diesel (1.5 liters / 106 hp and 2.0 TD / 150 hp). If the engine is 1.6, it is completed only with mechanics and front-wheel drive, then for 2.0, any combinations of mono- and complete drive, manual box and variator are possible.

The manufacturer offers a wide range of additional equipment. European versions are optionally equipped with a glass roof and built-in high-quality navigation. Qashqai has four configurations: Visia, Acenta, Tekna and Tekna Pack.

Some words deserve the fact that Qashqai won the maximum number of stars - five - in the EURO NCAP tests for such an indicator as the protection of adult passengers. This is the highest figure conquered by a tested car in the entire history of the existence of the program. At the same time, Qashqai received top balls in both tests: both in front of the front and lateral collisions, as well as the maximum number of points for the reminder system of non-fastened safety belts. The car also demonstrated a high figure - four stars - in tests on the degree of protection of children. In short, Qashqai is one of the safest cars on the road.

The new generation of QASHQAI model saw in early November 2013. In December, the car has already begun to make on the conveyors of the British Plant. For Russian motorists, the crossover is collected in St. Petersburg. Interestingly, the Japanese abandoned the 7-seater version of the "+2" crossover. This solution motivated simply: the studies confirmed that such cars were bought not for the sake of additional seats, but due to the increased volume of the trunk. So the second generation Qashqai is available exclusively with a 5-seater salon.

The main bid in the new generation the Japanese took the appearance. Praised exterior of the previous generation gave way to a strict modern appearance. The front optics merged in an aggressive smile with a radiator grille, the bumper received a variety of curved lines and holes, completely changed the back. The body has become 47 mm longer, 20 mm wider and 15 mm lower than that of the predecessor.

Qashqai 2014 has exclusive curtains in the radiator grille. They are neurmed by increasing speed and regulate air flows. When overheated, the automation works and the curtains open, cooling overheated parts.

The salon was noticeably transformed: modern design, discreet-classic color gamut, high-quality finish materials. Much work was carried out by engineers to improve ergonomics. Buttons and switches are conveniently located, the instrument shield readings are perfectly read. Even the little things imperceptible at first glance. For example, the constructors were concerned about such a parameter as the depth of the cup holders - now they can be put in them a half-liter bottle so that it does not interfere with the driver's elbow. When creating seats, engineers used the developments of the aerospace industry, which made it possible to provide the convenience of planting and improve the blood flow at the bottom of the back. Significantly changed the layout of the rear, as a result of which the places on the rear sofa was added in all directions, and the capacity of the cargo compartment increased by 20 liters.

The multimedia system screen moved on top to the front of the central console and received much more functions. The multimedia system is now not easy to play music from different media and shown the navigation map, but also works with online applications. While the Nissan Connect system has only a client for Facebook, Google search and travel "Advisor" Trip Advisor. But company representatives promise that the number of available programs will grow.

The electric power steering has received two modes - traditional and sports, when the driver's enhanced work is required. Numerous electronic systems are also worthy of attention: automatic parking machine, markup intersection systems, monitoring of blind zones, circular review cameras, etc.

As the base unit on QASHQAI 2014, the gasoline "turbocuria" Dig-T volume of 1.2 liter capacity of 115 horsepower is installed. The undoubted advantage of this motor is low fuel consumption: according to the manufacturer, in the mixed cycle, the appetite of this motor is only 5.6 liters per hundred. For lovers of dynamic ride in the line of engines there is a 2-liter gasoline unit with a capacity of 141 horsepower. But diesel is offered only one - 1.6-liter 130-strong.

The innovation in Qashqai 2014 is the system for removing the body oscillations, due to which the car monitors the coating condition of the road, its waves. Feeling them, electronics adjusts the operation of the engine and slows down automatically.

In top equipment and for surcharge, the car is equipped with a video reciprocor system. Electronics monitors blind zones in order to prevent an unexpected collision. And modern LED headlights automatically switch to the desired light.

The second generation of Nissan Qashqai was more applied, stylish and high-quality.