Which used crossover is best?

I am looking to buy a second hand crossover. The two that come to mind is the Skoda Yeti and the Nissan Qashqai. I don't do many miles, so want a petrol. Which model should I buy?

Stop/start error on Qashqai

I have also experienced a recurring stop/start error on my 2013 Nissan Qashqai. The dealer says the journeys might not be long enough to provide adequate charge to the battery. I have now charged the battery...

Which wheel size is best for the Qashqai?

I have a 2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel with four-wheel drive on standard 18-inch wheels. The ride is very hard and you have on previous occasions recommended changing for 16 or 17-inch wheels. However...

What's wrong with my Nissan Qashqai?

I purchased a used Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dci (2008) a couple of months ago with 38,000 on the clock. Everything was fine until a couple of weeks ago when it started to stutter quite noticeably. Initially,...

Will I have DPF problems with this driving style?

I'm tempted by a 2010 36k Qashqai 2.0-litre diesel with FSH. I like everything about it but concerned whether I might have DPF issues. Annual mileage would be 8-10k mostly short runs of 10-20 miles with...

Buying a used Nissan Qashqai - what problems do I need to be aware of?

I am thinking of buying a 2010 Nissan Qashqai ntec with 36,000 miles and a full service history. The dealer wants £13,5000. What problems might I need to be aware of and are there suitable alternatives? I...

Buying a used Nissan Qashqai - is the 1.6 diesel rare?

I am considering buying a two year old Nissan Qashqai (2012) from a non-franchise dealer. It is described as having the 1.6dCi engine rather than the 1.5dCi, and thus being "rare". Could the larger engine...

Faulty Nissan Qashqai

A friend of mine has just bought a secondhand Nissan Qashqai from a small dealer 100 miles or so away from where she lives. She took it to her local Nissan dealer for a service and they told her it needs...

What's the best engine for the Nissan Qashqai?

I am thinking about buying a used Nissan Qashqai+2 for my wife to use as the family bus. The car will mainly be used for short, urban journeys but will also be expected to perform on long trips on the...

Qashqai cam belt failure - should Nissan pay for the repairs?

My sister’s 2006 Nissan Qashqai cam belt broke whilst on the motorway recently. The car has covered 62,000 miles and now needs a new engine. Nissan recommend that the belts are changed at five years or...