It scored 88 percent for adult occupant protection, 83 percent for child occupant protection, 69 percent for pedestrian protection and 79 percent for safety assist features.
The model tested was a 1.5d.
Three engines are available here in Ireland; a 1.2 petrol, and 1.5 and 1.6 diesels. Qashqai is offered in both 2WD and 4WD variants, and manual and CVT transmissions. C02 emissions are from 99g/km and the rated fuel consumption starts at 3.8 L/100km (74.34mpg).
More than 20,000 Qashqais have been sold in Ireland since it was first launched in 2007. Prices are from €24,495.
