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As market rivals start to catch up with the segment defining Qashqai, Nissan has already moved the goalposts: the top selling compact Crossover has expanded its offer with a seven-seat version. Called Qashqai+2, the newest Nissan builds on the success of the original Qashqai by adding space and versatility to create the first Family Crossover.
“Qashqai has become an instant success in Europe. Its distinctive style appeals to buyers seeking something different: but that's only part of the story. Dynamic design, generous interior space, top quality materials and genuine driving enjoyment all contribute to make Qashqai a huge European success. Now comes the seven-seat Qashqai+2 to add a new dimension to the range… and to ensure Nissan continues to offer something no other manufacturer in the market segment can match,” states Simon Thomas, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Nissan Europe.
Qashqai+2 at a glance
- Global reveal at London Motor Show in July
- Designed and engineered in Europe
- Built at Nissan's plant in Sunderland, UK
- European sales start in October
- Wheelbase extended by 135 mm
- Overall length rises by 211 mm
- Overall height increases by 38 mm
- Fold flat third row of seats
- Under floor storage in larger load area
- Unique styling features and extra standard equipment
- Range matches Qashqai line-up model
- Two petrol and two diesel models
- Two- and four-wheel drive
- Three trim and equipment levels
Not content with breaking sales records, Nissan's Qashqai — the segment defining compact Crossover — is ready to break new boundaries. With the original version notching-up over 170,000 European sales since launch, Qashqai will soon be joined by a new seven-seat version.
Called Qashqai+2, the new model is seen by Nissan as the first Crossover for busy, active families and with the imminent arrival of the second generation Murano, helps to extend Nissan's Crossover offering to three distinctive models. Sales in Europe will begin in October.
