ST-L e-Power
$45,640 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid
Nissan
2026 Nissan Qashqai
Small SUV
On sale nowHybrid
From $45,640 plus on-road costs
The J12 is the third generation of Nissan's small SUV, sold in Australia since late 2023.
From$45,640+ORC
Boot504 L
Seats5
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Qashqai yet. On paper, ti-L e-Power at $53,640 plus on-roads crosses into X-Trail e-Power territory. ST-L e-Power at $45,640 is the sweet spot now the 1.3T has gone.
Why consider it
- 504 L boot is among the largest in the small SUV class. e-Power drives like an EV without the charging routine.
- Dual 12.3-inch screens and head-up display on upper grades, with 5-star ANCAP and intersection AEB.
What to know
- No all-wheel drive option in the Australian range.
- 5-year warranty trails Kia at 7 and MG at 10.
- Only wired Android Auto, while wireless CarPlay is standard.
Who it suits
City families and EV-curious buyers who want a class-leading boot, a properly modern cabin from ST-L upward, and the e-Power option for buyers who want EV smoothness without the charging routine.
City drivers
Compact footprint, 504 L boot
Small families
5 seats, 5-star ANCAP
Efficiency, charging and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
4 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST-L e-Power | $45,640 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid | |
| Ti e-Power | $49,640 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid | |
| Ti-L e-Power | $53,640 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid | Headline e-Power. Electric drive with petrol engine as generator only, top spec. |
| N-Design e-Power | $54,140 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid |
Ti e-Power
$49,640 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid
Ti-L e-Power
$53,640 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid
Headline e-Power. Electric drive with petrol engine as generator only, top spec.
N-Design e-Power
$54,140 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 3cyl e-Power series hybrid
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
504 L
Boot space
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2021
FWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want all-wheel drive (Subaru Crosstrek or Mazda CX-30 AWD), a longer warranty (Kia Seltos at 7 years or MG ZS at 10), or a price below $40,000 drive-away in ST-L spec.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Nissan Qashqai in Australia?
Pricing opens at $45,640 plus on-roads for the ST-L e-Power and tops out at $54,140 plus on-roads for the N-Design e-Power, across 4 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Does the Nissan Qashqai come as a hybrid?
Yes, in two forms. The 1.3T grades use a 12V mild hybrid system. The flagship Ti-L runs Nissan's e-Power series hybrid, where a 140 kW electric motor drives the front wheels and the petrol engine acts only as a generator.
Does the Nissan Qashqai come in all-wheel drive?
No. Every Australian-spec Qashqai grade is front-wheel drive only.
How much can the Nissan Qashqai tow?
1,500 kg braked on the 1.3T MHEV grades, dropping to 750 kg braked on the e-Power.
The Nissan Qashqai in full
The J12 is the third generation of Nissan's small SUV, sold in Australia since late 2023. For 2026 it is e-Power only: electric motors drive the wheels and the petrol engine only generates electricity. FWD only, 504 L boot, 5-star ANCAP.
From$45,640+ORC
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