Detailed review and test of the Nissan Qashqai E-Power (Rogue Sport), including fuel economy, ride quality, pricing and more.

Nissan’s E-Power hybrid system has finally been launched in the brand’s Qashqai small SUV.

Unlike many other hybrid systems, the E-Power uses a 116kW turbo 1.3L to recharge the Nissan’s battery, leaving a sole 140kW electric motor to drive the Qashqai via the front wheels.

Benefits? We check out if there are noticeable improvements in real-world fuel efficiency and on-road comfort and refinement for the E-Power system fitted to the sole flagship Ti grade.

Price? The Qashqai Ti E-Power clocks in at $51,590 before on-roads, so the nifty petrol-electric tech does command a handsome premium over its small SUV stablemates.

Time codes:
0:00 - intro
0:27 - Pricing and spec
0:53 - Competitors
1:08 - E-Power tech
1:54 - Interior
2:30 - Cabin features
3:34 - Materials
3:58 - Seating
5:20 - Row two
7:02 - Family friendliness
7:44 - Boot space
8:50 - Fuel economy
9:42 - Ownership
10:18 - On road
10:38 - Electric FWD
10:58 - Refinement
11:59 - Quiet operation
13:19 - Comfort and ride
14.27 - Qashqai vs X-Trail
15:10 - FWD vs AWD
15:28 - Safety
16:50 - Cruise control
17:47 - Verdict

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