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26 March, 2024
Hybrid boost to Nissan SUV
NISSAN has added a second hybrid electric model to its SUV line-up with the Qashqai Ti e-POWER.
Qashai e-POWER combines a petrol engine with an electric motor and 2.1kWh battery.
It’s only available on the flagship Ti trim level. The model also benefits from the range-wide improvements made to the recently updated Qashqai that has already launched in Australia, including the CMF-C platform, practicality increases, tech updates and its high-tech safety systems.
The Qashqai’s Ti e-POWER system comprises a high-output 2.1kWh battery complemented by a variable compression ratio 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, a power generator, inverter and an electric motor, with a combined system output of 140kW and 330Nm
The petrol engine generates the electricity, which can be transmitted via the inverter to the battery pack, the electric motor, or both, according to the driving scenario. Nissan’s e-POWER also delivers claimed fuel use of 5.2L/100km on the combined cycle.
“Nissan’s e-POWER technology combines driving fun with an electrified drive experience, and the Qashqai e-POWER only furthers that story,” said Nissan Australia managing director Adam Paterson.
“The e-POWER technology is a fantastic stepping stone offering smooth, linear power delivery, a quiet and refined drive experience, and impressive fuel efficiency, without ever needing to plug in,” he said.
The Qashqai Ti e-POWER includes a panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade, LED lighting — including DRLs and turn signals — 19in alloy wheels, a graphite rear bumper finisher and a unique e-POWER front grille. In the cabin, there are quilted leather-accented seats, ambient lighting, a 12.3in central screen, a 12.3in TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display instrument cluster, a 10.8in Head-Up Display and a 10-speaker BOSE stereo.
It is priced from $51,590 plus on-road costs.
