The big news for Nissan at the British Motor Show came in the shape of a more practical version of the Qashqai. Named the Qashqai+2, the new car has two extra seats, which cause it to grow by 211mm in length, taking it to 4526mm overall. It’s taller, too, by 38mm; this is to ensure space for third-row passengers. The Qashqai’s wheelbase has also been extended by 135mm to 2765mm. The interior sees a number of new features to go with the subtly altered looks and extra seats. The panoramic glass sunroof - an option on the standard Qashqai – is standard on this larger model, plus a sliding middle-seat layout gets a more flexible 20/40/20 split than the previous 60/40. With both seats folded the Qashqai+2 has 500 liters of boot space - an additional 90 liters over the five-seat model – plus a lower load height for easy access.
The entire engine range from the Qashqai+2 will be available on the seven-seat model, including 113bhp, 1.6-litre and 138bhp, 2.0-litre petrol engines, plus the 104bhp, 1.5-litre and 148bhp, 2.0-litre diesel models. The option of two or four-wheel drive transmissions will also be available, as on the standard model. Prices will range from £18,000 to £24,000.
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