Jaecoo 7 vs Nissan Qashqai

Posh cabin and good value, with real head-turning style
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
wowscore
8/10
A familiar family choice, and effortlessly easy
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
wowscore
8/10

AI overview

Choosing between the Jaecoo 7 and the Nissan Qashqai means weighing two very different approaches to a modern family SUV. The Jaecoo 7 makes a strong first impression with its attention-grabbing looks, loads of equipment and a well-made, solid interior. At the same time, the Nissan Qashqai leans into its reputation as an easy-going all-rounder, offering a sensible cabin filled with physical switchgear and a comfortable ride that handles daily commutes with fuss-free predictability. While both models deliver plenty of standard kit and generous passenger space, they each have distinct compromises in how they drive and handle everyday utility.

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From prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

From prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

Choose it for

  • Its smart, well-made interior, attention-grabbing presence and generous list of equipment for the money.

Worth knowing

  • Comfort is a weak point as the suspension thuds over potholes and broken surfaces around town.

Choose it for

  • Its sensible, easy-going nature and comfortable ride that soaks up bumps well at any speed.

Worth knowing

  • The base engine is fine without being particularly nippy, and it is not much fun to drive on twisty roads.

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Standard kit

  • Android auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
  • Tow hitch
    A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.
  • Android auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Climate control
    Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.

Key information

Body type SUVs Body type SUVs
Available fuel types Hybrid Available fuel types Petrol
Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Boot space, seats up 500 litres - 4 suitcases Boot space, seats up 504 litres - 4 suitcases Best
Boot space, seats down 1,265 litres Boot space, seats down 1,447 litres Best
External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,500 mm x 1,865 mm x 1,680 mm External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,425 mm x 1,835 mm x 1,625 mm
Towing capacity 1,500 kg Towing capacity 1,680 kg Best
First year tax rate £455 Best First year tax rate £560
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
51.4 mpg
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
44.8 mpg
Battery size 1.83 kWh Battery size
Drive type Front wheel drive Drive type Front wheel drive
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 29 · average
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 21 · average Best
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Drivetrain & power

Engine name 1.5T SHS-H Auto Engine name 1.3 DiG-T MH 158
Engine size 1.5 L Hybrid • 224 BHP Engine size 1.3 L Petrol • 158 BHP
Body type SUVs Body type SUVs
Fuel type Hybrid Fuel type Petrol
Transmission Automatic Transmission Manual
Drive type Front wheel drive Drive type Front wheel drive
Forward gears 1 Forward gears 6
Acceleration 8.3 s (0-60 mph) Best Acceleration 9.5 s (0-60 mph)
Battery size 1.83 kWh Battery size

Dimensions & space

Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Number of doors 5 Number of doors 5
Boot (seats up) 500 litres Boot (seats up) 504 litres Best
Boot (seats down) 1,265 litres Boot (seats down) 1,447 litres Best
Length 4,500 mm Length 4,425 mm
Width 1,865 mm Width 1,835 mm
Height 1,680 mm Height 1,625 mm
Wheelbase 2.67 m Wheelbase 2.67 m
Turning circle Turning circle 11.1 m

Full features list

  • Fabric - Black
  • Metallic paint
  • Pearlescent paint
  • Two Tone Metallic paint
  • Two tone pearlescent paint
  • Two tone solid paint
  • 2x Remote key
  • Anti theft alarm
  • Central door locking
  • Engine immobiliser
  • Keyless start button
  • PEPS (passive entry and passive start) with walkaway locking
  • Remote door locking and unlocking
  • Anti-corrosion treatment
  • Auto full beam LED headlights
  • Auto wipers
  • Automatic defog system
  • Automatic headlights
  • Black door mirror with memory function
  • Black luggage rack
  • Body colour door handles
  • Body colour door mirrors
  • Boneless front and rear wipers
  • Chrome dual exhaust pipes
  • Dual reversing lights
  • Electric door mirrors
  • Follow me home headlight function
  • Four windows with auto up and down + anti pinch
  • Front and rear power windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Front row mute with heat-insulating glass
  • Halogen headlights
  • Heated rear window
  • Heated wiper nozzle
  • High level LED brake light
  • Intelligent high beam control
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED rear lights
  • Manual anti glare rear view mirror
  • One touch window function for all doors
  • Privacy glass
  • Rear fog lights
  • Rear roof sports spoiler
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear tailgate
  • Rear tow hook
  • Solid paint
  • Trailer mode
  • Turning signal integrated in door mirrors
  • Welcome lighting
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 3x rear headrests
  • 4 way manual adjustable steering column
  • 40/60 rear seat backrest
  • 6 way manually adjustable front seats
  • Central armrest with refrigerated function
  • Driver and passenger sun visors with vanity mirror
  • Driver seat map bag
  • Dual zone air conditioning with second row outlet
  • Fabric upholstery
  • Flat folding rear seats
  • Foot and surface blowing second outlet
  • Front armrest with interal storage and upper storage tray
  • Front headrests
  • Front passenger seat map pocket
  • Luggage compartment light
  • Multifunction steering wheel
  • N95 filter
  • Passenger armrest
  • Rear bench armrest with integrated cupholder
  • Remote air conditioning
  • Single front passenger seat
  • 2 x isofix
  • 2nd row left three point preloading force limiting seat belt
  • 3 point seatbelts on all seats
  • Anti-lock Brake System and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Automatic seat occupancy + child seat recognition
  • Autonomous emergency braking
  • Child locks
  • Door opening warning
  • Downhill assist
  • Dual front airbags
  • Front and rear side airbags
  • Front centre airbag between driver and front passenger seats
  • Front row rigid locks
  • Front ventilated disc brakes
  • Passenger airbag manual switch off
  • Power limited seatbelts with pre-tensioners, height adjustable with CLT
  • Rear 2 way head restraints
  • Rear disc brakes
  • Rear right side preloaded force limiting seat belt
  • Seatbelt unfastened reminder
  • Side curtain airbags
  • 10.25" LCD instrument cluster
  • 13.2" portrait central LCD display
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Blind spot detection
  • Bluetooth handsfree system
  • Curve speed control assist
  • Drive away information
  • Driver monitoring system
  • E-call safety system
  • Electric fuel filler flap
  • Electric power steering
  • Emergency lane keep assist
  • Front collision warning
  • ICA - integrated cruise assist
  • Illuminated electronic shifter
  • Instantaneous fuel consumption display
  • Instrument backlight brightness adjustable
  • Intelligent Evasion System
  • Intelligent active speed limit
  • Intelligent elude system
  • Intelligent speed assist
  • LCA Parallel Auxiliary
  • Lane departure prevention
  • Lane departure warning
  • Large capacity trunk
  • Multiple collision defence system
  • Offline voice control
  • Rear collision warning
  • Rear crossing traffic braking
  • Rear crossing traffic warning
  • Reversing camera
  • Speed limit information
  • Traffic jam avoidance assistant
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
  • 19" Alloy wheels
  • Tyre repair foam
  • 2 x Front USB, 1 x Type A, 1 x Type C (fast charging)
  • 2 x Rear USB, 1 x Type A, 1 x Type C (fast charging)
  • 6 speaker audio system
  • DAB radio
  • Front McPherson independent suspension
  • Rear axle torsion beam
  • Additional special metallic paint
  • Cloth - Black
  • Metallic paint
  • Pearlescent paint
  • 3x3 point rear seatbelt pretensioners + load limiters
  • ABS with EBD and brake assist
  • Autonomous emergency braking
  • Child locks on rear doors
  • Curtain and front side, far side airbags
  • Driver and passenger airbags
  • Driver, passenger and 2nd row rear seat belt reminder
  • Electric handbrake with auto hold function
  • Front seatbelt pretensioners + load limiters
  • Height adjustable front seatbelts
  • Hill start assist
  • Intelligent blind spot intervention
  • Intelligent rear automatic braking
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Vehicle dynamic control
  • intelligent front emergency braking
  • Engine immobiliser
  • Intelligent key with walk away lock and approach unlock functions
  • Remote central door locking with deadlocking
  • Thatcham alarm
  • Limited slip differential
  • Blind spot warning
  • Drive assist custom mode
  • Drive modes (sport, normal, eco)
  • Driver drowsiness and attention warning
  • Electric speed sensitive power steering
  • Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
  • Emergency and breakdown call
  • Emergency lane keep assist
  • Engine start/stop button
  • Event data recorder
  • Full Digital 12.3" TFT Digital Combimeter
  • Idle stop/start system
  • Intelligent Cruise control (ICC)
  • Intelligent driver alert system
  • Intelligent forward collision warning
  • Intelligent lane intervention
  • Intelligent speed assist
  • Lane departure warning system
  • Maximum speed limiter
  • Nissan connect 12.3 inch touchscreen infotainment system
  • Outside temperature sensor
  • Rear cross traffic alert
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Rear view camera
  • Reversing detection
  • Traffic sign recognition with legal speed adjustment
  • Trip computer
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto
  • 12v power socket in dashboard and luggage
  • 3 bench rear seats in 2nd row
  • 3 rear headrests
  • 60/40 split folding rear seat bench
  • Chrome interior door handles
  • Cloth upholstery
  • Driver and passenger sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Dual zone automatic climate control with pollen filter
  • Electrically adjustable lumbar support for driver
  • Front centre console and armrest
  • Front cupholders
  • Front door with bottle holders
  • Height adjustable driver seat
  • Height adjustable front headrests
  • Height adjustable passenger seat
  • Leather shift knob
  • Luggage space lighting
  • Multifunction steering wheel
  • Passenger seat back pocket
  • Rear door bottle holders
  • Single front passenger seat
  • TEP steering wheel
  • Tilt/telescopic adjustable steering wheel
  • Two rear isofix child seat anchorage points with top tether
  • White ambient light (Partial area coverage)
  • 2 front USB-C ports
  • 6 speakers
  • AM/FM audio system with DAB
  • Bluetooth audio streaming
  • Additional pearlescent paint
  • Auto rear wiper when reversing
  • Body coloured door handles
  • Bodyside mouldings
  • Chrome side window finisher
  • Electric auto folding door mirrors
  • Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors with LED turn indicator
  • Follow me home headlights
  • Gloss black mirror caps
  • High beam assist
  • Intelligent auto headlights
  • LED 3rd brake light
  • LED Headlights
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED rear lights
  • Manual dimming framed interior rear view mirror
  • One touch front and rear electric windows with remote opening and closing
  • One touch passenger window
  • Partially body coloured bumpers
  • Rain sensing wipers
  • Rear roof spoiler
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Shark fin antenna
  • Splash free rain sensing wipers
  • Three blink turn signal
  • 17" Alloy wheels
  • Tyre puncture repair kit

From prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

From prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.