So long Nissan Qashqai – Here are the crossovers you can buy instead

The Nissan Qashqai’s time in South Africa has come to an end after more than 17 years on the market.

A representative from Nissan South Africa confirmed to TopAuto that the crossover has been pulled from showrooms as part of a re-assessment of its current line-up.

“For now, Nissan confirms the discontinuation of the current Qashqai model in South Africa. This discontinuation will not impact the aftersales services currently provided to our customers,” said Nthabiseng Motsepe, Head of Communications at Nissan Africa.

“As part of Nissan’s strategy focused on enhancing the brand’s competitiveness in Africa, we are undergoing a continuous assessment of our vehicle line-up and evaluating future models that best serve the market.”

For those who may still be interested in picking one up, it’s helpful to know that, prior to its cancellation, the Qashqai was available in three trim levels, with pricing as follows:

Nissan Qashqai 1.3T Visia – R568,200
Nissan Qashqai 1.3T Acenta – R639,300
Nissan Qashqai 1.3T Acenta Plus – R670,600

All three units share a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which puts out a total of 110kW and 250Nm.

The Visia channels power to the front axle via a six-speed manual gearbox, while the two Acenta entries feature a CVT.

Equipment on all variants of the Qashqai includes LED headlamps and daytime running lights, keyless entry and start, climate control, a reverse camera, parking sensors, a wireless charger, cruise control, a 7-inch instrument cluster, and an 8-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The mid-range Acenta also gets a 360-degree camera, a larger 12.3-inch central display, on-board navigation, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, front emergency braking, lane-departure warning and prevention, lane-keep assist, and driver attention alert.

As for the top-end Acenta Plus, it brings full Nappa Leather upholstery, a two-tone exterior, and heated and massaging seats with memory functions.