At Mitsubishi Outlander essence is different. Restyling was made, and now the car does not have a large radiator grille and aggressive headlights, the sharp broken edges of the body have sunk into oblivion. Now in the stream of cars, he looks like a sort of respectable father of the family. Powerful, good-natured, but worked up fat from a quiet life. Although this is only an illusion. The dimensions of the car remained the same. And some roundness, and as a result, an improvement in aerodynamics, only benefited - noise decreased, appetite became more modest.
Let's go to the salon
Nissan designers did their best. The quality of materials, compared with the previous modification, has clearly improved. Navigation and multimedia blocks are now located in the center console. The screen, which is freely located between the speedometer and tachometer, is very informative. It even reflects the distribution of traction between the axles. Ergonomics are top notch. And, yes, and much more, you can directly from the steering wheel. It's convenient and you don't have to take your eyes off the road. By the way, the radio tape recorder has acquired an advanced seven-inch screen.
Nissan Qashqai equipped with. It includes as many as seven systems. That's just how it will all work in Russia - big question. Our markings are often missing or applied incorrectly, and no monitoring of blind spots will save you from a major or an insolent “statesman”. Although, let them be, they can still come in handy.
Future Nissan owners Qashqai will certainly appreciate the transparent roof. Not everyone likes hatches, so such a decision can only be welcomed. The seats are comfortable, lateral support is normal. The range of adjustments also does not cause any particular complaints. Nissan designers - well done! When choosing a Nissan Qashqai or Mitsubishi Outlander, your efforts will undoubtedly be appreciated.
The internal content of the Mitsubishi Outlander is fully consistent. No fun colors, no glamour. The dark leather interior looks even a little gloomy. But solid! This is what you can't take away. The front lacquered panel is downright a sample of conciseness. A scattering of buttons completely replaces the multifunctional screen, only the “emergency gang” is placed on a separate toggle switch. Although electronic systems here no less than in a car from Nissan. Strictness is the leitmotif of the Mitsubishi Outlander salon.
Adjustment range front seat will be sufficient even for a basketball player. The steering wheel is now adjustable for both height and reach. What the Mitsubishi Outlander has in abundance is space. It is convenient not only for the driver, passengers in the back row of seats will also not feel like poor relatives. A large trunk, coupled with a convenient folding rear seat system, will allow. Mitsubishi engineers have turned out to be an excellent universal car.
Power units and transmission
There are three engines available for the Nissan Qashqai. The most “groovy” of them is a 115-horsepower 1.2-liter turbocharged engine. The two-liter version is familiar to many from Renault models and is nothing special. Since this Nissan model is actively sold in Europe, there is also a diesel power unit. It gives out 130 "horses" with 1.6 liters of volume. , then you have to choose between a six-speed manual transmission and a CVT.
| Car model: | Nissan Qashqai | Mitsubishi Outlander |
| Producing country: | Japan (made in the UK) | Japan |
| body type: | SUV | SUV |
| Number of places: | 5 | 5 |
| Number of doors: | 5 | 5 |
| Engine capacity, cu. cm: | 1997 | 1998 |
| Power, l. s./about. min.: | 141/6000 | 147/6000 |
| Maximum speed, km/h: | 180 | 180 |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h, s: | 11,7 | 12,3 |
| Type of drive: | full | full |
| Checkpoint: | variable speed drive | variable speed drive |
| Fuel type: | gasoline AI-95 | gasoline AI-95 |
| Consumption per 100 km: | city 10.7; highway 6.8; mixed cycle 8.2 | city 10.6; track 7.0, mixed cycle 8.3 |
| Length, mm: | 4541 | 4665 |
| Width, mm: | 1780 | 1800 |
| Height, mm: | 1644 | 1680 |
| Clearance, mm: | 200 | 215 |
| Tire size: | 215/60R17 | 215/70 R16 |
| Curb weight, kg: | 1650 | 1569 |
| Gross weight, kg: | 2215 | 2070 |
| Volume fuel tank: | 65 | 60 |
Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with more powerful. The weakest of them gives out "on the mountain" 146 Horse power(volume 2 liters). Fans of “what is more powerful” have access to a 2.4-liter engine (167 hp). But choosing a gearbox will not work - only a variator. Power is a good argument in a dispute about which is better - Qashqai or Outlander.
Driving performance
Still, Qashqai is more of a city car. Here he is good. The new generation CVT allows you to keep up with other cars at traffic lights, easily "swallow" road bumps. However, on the track, Nissan showed itself quite well. A well-tuned helps him in this. But as for off-road ... Of course, it will reach the dacha along the Qashqai country road, but that's all. Although no one asks for more from him. Still, this is a “SUV”, and not a full-fledged SUV.
Mitsubishi Outlander is in no way behind the competitor. well tuned steering confidently holds the road, the upgraded (and reinforced) suspension is not afraid of bumps and potholes. But in terms of off-road qualities, Outlander is clearly ahead of Qashqai, and the wealth of drive adjustments also affects.
So, Nissan Qashqai is different:
- good appearance;
- cheerful modern salon;
- good choice of engines;
- upgraded variator.
Test Drive nissan car Qashqai:
And the Mitsubishi Outlander boasts:
- strict body lines;
- concise, but ;
- powerful engines;
- good off-road ability.
Test Drive Mitsubishi car outlander:
Summing up
Our task was not only to compare Outlander and Qashqai, but also to help potential buyers in choosing one of them. Both models performed very well. Both cars will be good buys. However, in our opinion, active young city dwellers (or women) will be more suitable for Nissan. And solid, business-like men with an economic streak are Mitsubishi customers.
Although the choice between Mitsubishi ASX and Nissan Qashqai is obvious, there is no choice. We, as always, are being deceived… Lately, they have only been asking me: which is better - Mitsubishi ASX or Nissan Qashqai? I've heard this question so many times that it's even somehow embarrassing that it doesn't interest me at all.
I would never, under any circumstances, choose between these models. Yes, I understand that they are very close in all respects - from the volume of cup holders to the softness of the head restraints. I know about the same engines and CVTs. overclocking, maximum speed, power, type of all-wheel drive - everything is the same. But the idea to compare and buy such crossovers can only occur to a robot. A reasonable person understands that such cars are created for one purpose - to use it brazenly.
Economist John Galbraith, in his book The Prosperity Society, wrote: “It is impossible to defend production as a means of satisfying needs if this production creates new needs. Production only fills the void that it creates. It is the process of satisfying needs that creates new needs. The one who insists on the importance of production for the satisfaction of needs is none other than an observer who praises the squirrel for its efforts to overtake the wheel that it itself spins.
TAKE OFF YOUR STOCKINGS
AT maximum configuration these toys cost about 1,200,000 rubles. I would go to a VW or Mazda dealer and get an Amarok or BT-50 for the same money. The pickup truck is also a mostly meaningless thing, but it is a real Thing. In which case, a coaxial anti-aircraft machine gun should be fixed in the back for a short time and enemy planes would be brought down on the outskirts of Moscow. Isn't this a real man's thing? And Mitsubishi ASX and Nissan Qashqai are only suitable for transporting smooth-haired dogs or hairless sphinx cats and scatter at the sight of the BMW X5. Well, of course, unlike the same pickups, it’s convenient to park on them in the city, they don’t have a continuous bridge and an eternally empty, bouncing body at the back, but an image, an image! For the modern urban man, he is more important than courage, muscle and potency combined.
FIGHTER AND POT
... Nevertheless, if you choose in appearance, then Mitsubishi ASX is much cooler, fresher, more colorful. Because the Mitsu was copied from a combat fighter, and the Qashqai was drawn from a flower bed. However, the exterior is a matter of taste. Unlike the interior, here you can at least appreciate the quality and ergonomics. But in our case, sitting in the driver's seat, feeling the trim and looking at the front panel, you can't determine a clear favorite. Both opponents have equally good materials. There is a slight difference in the softness of the plastics, but ... who will fully feel it? I specifically climbed into a couple of dozen forums for motorists, where the topic “Mitsubishi ASX vs Nissan Qashqai” is discussed in conveyor mode. Even those people who live compared the insides of competitors are confused in their testimony.
The only undeniable fact about the front panel belongs more to the realm of ergonomics than to quality. The ASX has a noticeably larger multimedia screen. It is much more convenient to use it, especially with a rear view camera. In addition, Mitsubishi has a more understandable climate control algorithm. The good old three kruglyash, responsible for temperature, flow strength and direction. The nerds at Nissan have experimented to their heart's content, and now the Qashqai driver must nervously thrash about on the go, studying a set of secret air conditioning buttons by designers. But this is exactly what you will not read on the forums.
DRUNK FIGHT
On the move, the Nissan is much better. It is more comfortable, more adequate, clearer. Diligent boy. To spite him, Mitsubishi behaves like a truant and a slob. Qashqai, on the one hand, is soft, on the other hand, it holds a straight line well and accelerates briskly. It is good for a relaxed ride under the Relax FM radio, and a peppy rock-and-roll drive along the ring road, and even techno-tugging in turns. You quickly get used to it, because over the years of the model’s release, the designers managed to sharpen its control “for a person”. In general, the concept of the Renault-Nissan group is this. Mitsubishi is initially more hooligan. All these victories at the Dakar are not in vain. As a result, they sharpen the female crossover under the unbridled drive in the sands of Africa. At first, this is very embarrassing. Especially after Qashqai. It seems that you drove a Nissan, having established a complete understanding with technology. You and Qashqai are like partners in a ballroom dance. With ASX, it is better to forget about this experience, with it you feel as if you were going to fight in a neighboring yard with a friend as a child. Both of you are a little on edge, and one of you (most likely you) is afraid to get in the snout.
OFF ROAD DON'T FORGET
But a person quickly gets used to everything. And soon you stop noticing that the Mitsubishi steering wheel is not informative enough, that the engine and CVT yell rather than accelerate, that the body rolls heavily in corners, and the suspension does not provide a proper compromise between comfort and handling. You start to forget how good you were with Nissan. What exemplary exchange rate stability he demonstrated what sparkling dynamics he gave in sport mode variator! And such trifles as the convenience of the trunk (it is much better in Qashqai) generally go deep into the subconscious.
It is impossible to forget only the difference in patency. On our ASX test, the off-road discipline failed miserably. And most likely he did it on purpose, because of his terrible character. He could not climb a simple ice slide, which Nissan rolled up calmly, I would say, even with some contempt for a competitor. Since the rivals have a similar all-wheel drive design, Mitsubishi programmers just need to work on the settings of electronic assistants. Despite the urban purpose of the crossover, you can not completely deprive it of cross-country ability.
THE CHOICE IS OBVIOUS
The answer to the question "What to choose?" is obvious to me. The few things that the ASX can be proud of are a bright appearance, a large multimedia screen, a slightly more spacious rear row. However, for many, even this set of advantages will be irresistible. However, both crossovers will only provide temporary satisfaction. Then the consumer society will inflate in you the desire to take something faster, more comfortable, more spacious. And if your income grows, eventually you will buy a full-size premium crossover - but only to realize that there is nowhere else to go, nothing to dream about, and many years ago you actually had to buy a pickup truck.
CAUTION, TECHNICAL DETAILS
Both tested cars are typical representatives of their class. load-bearing body, independent suspensions, CVT transmission without downshift and the absence of mechanical interwheel differential locks. Weight and geometric dimensions are also very close. Even the tire dimensions and their model in the test turned out to be identical. The ASX has a slightly longer front overhang, while the Qashqai has a slightly longer rear overhang. But Mitsubishi engineers did not work enough with the settings of electronic assistants, which caused a loss in cross-country ability. The whole difference in handling and cross-country ability is connected only with the nuances of fine-tuning the machines.
Photo: Alexandra STRAKHOVA-BARANOVA
On both sides of the mirror
The creators of Mitsubishi did not particularly hide the fact that they were creating their “active and smart” (this is how the ASX abbreviation is revealed) crossover directly to the peak of Qashqai. However, if you judge solely by the appearance of these two representatives of the “parquet” family, then you won’t immediately think that there can be much in common between them. The young Mitsubishi looks uncommonly angrier: it, like a hungry perch, opened its huge greedy mouth, as if trying to swallow prey larger than itself. At the same time, Nissan, which knows its worth, prefers not to splash out its emotions on those around it: its look is serious, cold and reserved. Both of them, without a doubt, are the most prominent representatives of the world of compact crossovers and certainly will not get lost in the motley car crowd - but that's not the point. One has only to get to know each of them better, as it immediately becomes clear: their differences are exclusively physiognomic. In fact, both are surprisingly similar in price, in the base they are armed with “one and six” gasoline engines of similar power, which, in turn, are combined only with manual box gears and front wheel drive. For more demanding and wealthy users, ASX and Qashqai are ready to offer 2-liter engines, a 4x4 transmission and a CVT. Is it worth mentioning that in this case we will not find a significant difference in equipment? And if so, it's time to go further and look for differences in the salons.
About courtesy and accuracy
Inside ASX expression is much less than in his appearance. However, quite traditional techniques in interior trim, which are more characteristic of European cars than Japanese ones, generally make a good impression. I especially want to praise the strict front panel, skillfully ennobled with soft plastic overlays. Stylish devices with white-moon illumination and a talented multimedia system enhance the mood. A seat with an exhaustive range of settings and a steering wheel adjustable for reach and angle of inclination allow you to choose a comfortable fit for the driver. Nevertheless, a few offensive ergonomic miscalculations still showed up. You can’t figure it out without a glass in the menu of the Rockford Fosgate head unit, while the volume of the sound is regulated not by the usual rotary knob, but by an awkward key.
The buttons for heating the seats in the narrow "blind" place between the seat cushions and the central tunnel reliably snuck out only as an offended brownie. Finally, the driver's seat allows itself to play in the skid under load. Why are you, brother "Mitsubishi", so sloppy something?
The Nissan is much more comfortable. "Qashqai" from birth was well-tailored and tightly sewn. And Japanese interior designers successfully eliminated small jambs during last year's restyling. So, for example, a bright orange eye that lived between the speedometer and tachometer on-board computer gave way to a much more readable rectangular display. The screen of the multimedia system sticking out of the central panel showed modesty and slid down, where it looks much more appropriate. If the designers had installed the front seats a little lower, so that the tall driver and passenger would not rest their eyes on the cut of the stream, it would be absolutely super.
according to physical data
Already in the next round, where we evaluate the spaciousness, the ASX took revenge, for which it should be thanked by another Mitsu: the Outlander-XL shared an impressive wheelbase with the A-X-X. As it turned out, this footage provides a quite comfortable location on the sofa for two significant people with a height of 185 cm - even if the front seats are pushed back all the way. True, three well-fed personalities will no longer be so at ease, but for a compact “SUV” this is quite normal.
But Qashqai cannot boast of such hospitality. Although his sofa is not inferior in the distance from the pillow to the roof, it is 5 cm narrower. But, most importantly, due to the fact that the Nissan wheelbase is 4 cm shorter, legroom rear passengers it is noticeably smaller. However, thanks to the fact that the knees of the inhabitants of the second row are practically spared from contact with the backs of the front seats.
Nothing to be proud of
No matter how hard we tried to stuff a couple of our large travel suitcases into the short trunk of the ASX, ingeniously stacking various combinations of them, there was still only enough space for one. Moreover, the replacement of a full-fledged “reserve”, which occupied a fair amount of space in the hold, with a “stowaway” would hardly have any noticeable effect on suitcase capacity, because the trunk would not become longer, as you understand.
But the downsizing of the spare wheel that occurred during the restyling of the spare wheel was clearly beneficial for Qashqai: from now on, suitcases can travel together in its trunk - tightly clinging to each other, of course, but still cramped, but not offended.
Acute variator insufficiency
Properly spurred on, the one hundred and fifty horsepower of the 2.0-litre fills the ASX's cabin with a shrill whinny. The car emits a fair buzz, but is in no hurry to jump forward, as if stuck in this loud sound. Such is the peculiarity of the work of the Mitsubishi V-belt variator, which frankly sabotages intensive rebuilding in the city and fast overtaking on the highway. The only thing that can somehow help out is the pseudo-manual mode of the box. At the command of the paddle shifters, the variator quickly changes the steps, and they, in turn, allow you to keep the engine in good shape and accelerate faster. But it's one thing to play gear for fun, and quite another to do it under duress.
At Nissan, it should be noted, the variator also works in the transmission, assisting the 2-liter engine, which develops 9 hp. with. smaller. However, even without additional stimulation, the Nissan CVT responds much more quickly to gas. Of course, it is not necessary to talk about an incendiary sports character. And yet, with a parallel start, he is already a hundred meters ahead of his opponent by a whole body.
As for the brakes, both here pleased with reliable and easily controlled deceleration.
Diligence Grades
Handling "Nissan" seemed nicer to us. Let it steer not as incendiary and not as exemplary as the Kuga or Tiguan, but it does not give any reason for disappointment. "Qashqai" confidently keeps on a high-speed arc, not roaring and not swinging in a rut, willingly dives into slow turns. After restyling, the “synthetics” noticeably decreased in the steering, and now the effort on the “steering wheel” clearly informs about the angles of rotation of the front wheels.
Mitsubishi, on the other hand, lacks composure - literally in everything. Not being the most diligent student, he seemed to capture the essence of the subject, but did not bother with attention to detail. In corners, the car leans a lot, and with increasing speed it begins to yaw. In addition, the ASX is noticeably nervous when it hits an asphalt rut, and reacts quite painfully to side winds. Such behavior is very annoying on a long trip - especially since the uninformative steering wheel does not allow you to intuitively set the car on the right path.
Not only on asphalt
For compact "SUVs", the main habitat of which is the city and its well-groomed surroundings, in our opinion, the main off-road weapon is a decent ground clearance, allowing, if necessary, deftly climb curbs. And, it should be noted, ASX and Qashqai cope with this task brilliantly. Nevertheless, both have a good arsenal for off-road driving. There are three modes in the Mitsubishi and Nissan handouts: front-wheel drive, automatic all-wheel drive (when the front wheels slip, an electronically controlled clutch connects the rear ones) and all-wheel drive with forced interaxal blocking. To travel on a muddy primer to the country, this is quite enough. However, keep in mind that in deep snow or on beach sand, clutches that are not designed for hard work quickly overheat, turning cars into front-wheel drive, and the suspension will not last long during intensive driving over bumps.
Two different stories
By the end of our testing, we concluded that the ASX values comfort just as much as we do. Mitsubishi is very fond of ideal roads, calm drivers, excellent summer tires. Swaying smoothly, he rides with pleasure along the wavy sections of asphalt, but as soon as good road is replaced by a rotten coating, the ASX begins to hysteria: nervously twitches at seams and cracks, and on potholes with sharp edges, the suspension frankly gives way, barely softening hard blows. Not too successfully copes with its service and soundproofing. One has only to cheer up the engine by spinning the crankshaft over 3000 rpm, as the salon is filled with a mournful howl, in unison with which even at city speeds they drag out their mournful “Y!” tires.
At first, we were ready to attribute the last, not the most pleasant circumstance, to Nokian-Hakkapeliitta-5 studded winter tires. However, as it turned out later, they are only partly to blame for creating an atmosphere of discomfort in the ASX, because exactly the same tires on Qashqai are noticeably quieter. Yes, and the "cat" engine, although not silent, still does not allow itself to switch to raised tones. Finally, the Nissan suspension copes with the defects of our roads much more efficiently: the car runs elastically over small pits and cracks. However, it’s still not worth throwing indiscriminately: the deep ruts of the Qashqai’s short-travel suspension are too tough.
It would be better all at once
To date, the ASX has only been crashed in the Australian ANCAP crash tests. The car, equipped with seven airbags, ABS and ESP, received an excellent rating from overseas experts. Alas, not all Russian modifications of Mitsubishi are able to boast of an equally full-fledged arsenal of protective equipment. The dynamic stabilization system on cars with a 1.6-liter engine is not provided at all, moreover, regardless of the installed engine, the corresponding basic equipment severely limits the number of available airbags: two - and that's it. Want more airbags? Choose more expensive versions with additional options It doesn't matter if you need them or not.
Inventors Russian configurations"Kashkay" we also convicted of stinginess. On 1.6-liter versions, ESP is not available for any price. However, the rest of the "Nissan" well done. In EuroNCAP tests, he honestly earned five stars, and he already has 6 airbags in the database.
More expensive doesn't mean better
The situation with Mitsubishi trim levels is very reminiscent of the episode of the film Deja Vu about meatballs with rice and cutlets with potatoes. Freedom of choice is not about ASX. If you want four-wheel drive, pay for a 2-liter engine and CVT. If you choose a 1.8 liter engine, then be kind enough to be content with a variator and drive only to the front wheels. And if you want a car "on hand", then you, therefore, are intended for a mono-drive version with a base 117-horsepower engine. Everything seems to be extremely simple, but it is rather stupid. Therefore, we would not consider specimens with a 1.8-liter unit at all: they cost from 879 to 999 thousand, but they don’t go at all - acceleration to hundreds extends within 13.1 seconds.
The optimal, in our opinion, option is the manual "one and six" in the "Intense" configuration. Such a car has air conditioning, power windows and mirrors, an MP3 radio, heated front seats, alloy wheels, "foglights", a steering wheel with leather trim - this is quite a worthy set for 779 thousand. If you are considering a Moscow cork ASX with a CVT, then in this case it would be reasonable to pay extra for all-wheel drive. Yes, a decent copy performed by Instyle will cost 1,129,000 rubles, but in another way, acceptable dynamics from Mitsubishi with automatic transmission cannot be achieved.
In Qashqai, the base engine is also combined only with front-wheel drive and a manual gearbox, and there are not three, but only two engines in the arsenal, but Nissan provides more options for choice. The cheapest 1.6-liter version of the XE for 753 thousand is already well equipped: 6 airbags, ABS, air conditioning, “music” with Bluetooth, power windows and mirrors, heated seats. Want something livelier, but do not need all-wheel drive? Voila - a two-liter "on hand" plus climate control, alloy wheels, leather steering wheel trim for 904,000 rubles. Convenience in the form of a variator is estimated at 40,000, and all-wheel drive at 99,000 rubles. Thus, Qashqai-2.0-СVT-4WD with decent equipment can be purchased for 1,043,000 rubles - 86 thousand cheaper than ASX. The difference, you see, is significant.
According to dealer prices for maintenance, servicing a Nissan for 60,000 kilometers will cost 11,000 rubles more than the owner of Mitsubishi - 60,000 versus 49,000 rubles. However, we awarded the victory to Qashqai, which offered a more substantial basic version for reasonable money and provided the best choice among the possible options.
WE DECIDED:
To be honest, the results of the fight surprised us a lot. Qashqai won with a serious advantage. Meanwhile, Nissan, if you think about it, does not have any special supernatural qualities that cannot be found in other cars! Well, nice, with a high-quality, comfortable interior, adequate dynamics and control - yes. And although not a single detail in it causes children's delight, with all this, Nissan behaves extremely politely, absolutely correctly, and thus quite easily achieves your location.
(Dualis in Japan and Rogue in America), released by a Japanese company in 2006, reinvented a class of vehicles called "compact (urban) crossover". The only successful example of such a car that came out before was the Honda HR-V (produced in 1998-2006), but it was less common. At the moment, the HR-V is not sold on the primary market, so the more modern and functional, and most importantly, the sought-after Qashqai can rightly be called the revival of the class.
Mitsubishi - Nissan's competitor both in the domestic and global markets - "missed" the release of Qashqai and the first 4 years, during which the mini-crossover gained immense popularity. Mitsubishi ASX introduced its version of the car in this class only in 2010 (the model is a more compact version of the Outlander XL). This forced ASX to be catching up - at least in terms of popularity, since Qashqai already had a huge fan base at that time.
In the same year with the release of the Mitsubishi ASX, a more important event took place in the "world" of compact crossovers - a new, restyled version of the Nissan Qashqai appeared. Mitsubishi ASX became the first worthy competitor of the Nissan Qashqai in the modern market - no one has ever declared himself so loudly before. So, in Russia, the ASX was purchased almost 2,400 times in the first 2 months - perhaps the car will become a serious contender in the race for the title of the most sought-after urban crossover. On the other hand, the original Nissan Qashqai sold more than 160,000 copies per year in the first years of production (with 10% of all cars driving on Russian roads), which is more than the sales of Jeep Compass, Dodge Caliber, Skoda Yeti and Volkswagen Tiguan taken together. Now his dynamics is also impressive.
Considering that the current versions of the Nissan Qashqai (restyling) and Mitsubishi ASX (new) appeared on Russian market at the same time, they - quite expectedly - began to be compared. Each car quickly acquired a characteristic. So, the first became the revival of compact crossovers, and the second - its likeness. Both machines have similar prices, dimensions, functionality and equipment, which gives rise to mixed opinions. Some drivers consider them completely identical, while others have identified a leader in the class for themselves. In order to understand which mini-crossover model to choose (and whether there is one at all), you need to compare the cars.
Description Nissan Qashqai
Compact crossover, which has been produced since 2006. It combines the basic qualities of a family hatchback and a small SUV. The model is great for moving around the cramped city, and on moderate off-road. The car is strong and durable - it is designed for universal use. Thanks to its high ground clearance and excellent cross-country ability, the Nissan Qashqai copes with rough terrain or dirt road defects. Nevertheless, in terms of dimensions, the model is nothing more than a compact class.
Qashqai was created "from scratch" - in order to fill a niche that is almost not represented on the market. car from Japanese company Nissan Qashqai was designed in an English technical center. It turned out real European vehicle- both in terms of purpose, and in appearance, comfort and equipment. This model is Nissan's first fully computer-designed model. Of course, the digital theory was confirmed by real tests, but with the help of technology, their number was reduced.
DescriptionMitsubishi ASX
Like the Qashqai, it is an urban (compact) crossover. Unlike Nissan Qashqai, Mitsubishi ASX came out in 2010 - 4 years later. The model was presented at the Geneva Motor Show. The abbreviation ASX in the name stands for "Active Sport Crossover ("X")". The car is designed for driving in the city and rough terrain, and is based on the Project Global platform. Mitsubishi released the ASX in order to have a model of a growing but underrepresented class - performance compact crossovers - in their products. Even at the time of the release of the model, there were not so many competitors (Qashqai remained the main one).
Comparing compact ASX with Outlander XL, you can see that they are very similar in detail- a different platform was used and there are only 5 seats in the cabin, but the components and properties are almost the same. A hybrid version of ASX was released in 2014.
Comparison Nissan Qashqai and Mitsubishi ASX
Compact crossovers from Nissan Qashqai and Mitsubishi ASX are very similar. In order to determine which one is better, you need to conduct a detailed comparison.
Options and cost
The price of both cars is very close. The Qashqai cost range is 950,000–1,460,000 rubles (7 trim levels), ASX is 770,000–1,480,000 rubles (6 trim levels). Their equipment is largely identical. This is not surprising, since both crossovers belong to the same class - both technical and price.
Nissan Qashqai is distinguished by some avarice of complete sets. Available engines- with a volume of 1.6 and 2 liters with a capacity of 115 and 141 horsepower, respectively. Unfortunately, in the configuration with the first one, the buyer will not be able to get ESP. Also, the initial motor is combined only with front-wheel drive suspension and manual transmission. The rest of the car is equipped well. So, even in the basic version of Qashqai there are 6 airbags, an anti-lock system, air conditioning, an audio system with Bluetooth, power accessories with heated seats. For those who want to get a full-fledged compact SUV with all-wheel drive, there is a complete set with a two-liter engine. This version includes climate control, alloy wheels, as well as a variator - while the 4 by 4 system itself is installed optionally, for about 100,000 rubles.
Mitsubishi ASX also does not offer a potential owner large selection in starter kits. The version with the 1.6-liter engine does not have an anti-lock braking system. In addition, to get more than 2 airbags, you will have to buy a more advanced package - and it doesn’t matter if the driver needs additional features, and most importantly, is he ready to pay for them. For those who want a crossover with all-wheel drive, another option is to buy a model with a 2-liter engine. Otherwise, you will have to be content with the CVT and front-wheel drive, which come with a 1.8-liter engine. In addition, an ASX with a manual transmission cannot, in principle, have all-wheel drive - this is what the manufacturers ordered. It is because of these limitations that more cheap versions are usually not considered. The all-wheel drive version with a CVT is considered the best. The model will be identical to the most versatile Qashqai equipment in terms of price, but it will cost about 90,000 rubles more - a rather significant difference, but you won’t get an ASX with automatic transmission otherwise.
Specifications
Properties Nissan Qashqai:
- Length - 4377 mm;
- Width - 1837 mm;
- Height - 1590 mm;
- Clearance - 20 cm;
- Wheelbase - 2646 mm;
- Trunk volume - 430 liters;
- Weight - 1373 kilograms;
Mitsubishi ASX Features:
- Length - 4295 mm;
- Width - 1770 mm;
- Height - 1615 mm;
- Ground clearance - 19.5 cm
- Wheelbase - 2670 mm;
- Trunk volume - 415 liters;
- Weight - 1455 kilograms;
- The volume of the fuel tank is 60 liters.
Appearance
Both look very different. Nissan Qashqai is more calm and strict, while Mitsubishi ASX is brutal but restrained. Comparing them in terms of body design, it is difficult to assume that their characteristics are almost identical.
body design
Rate in generation Nissan Qashqai 2010 release was in particular on appearance. The simple design of the previous version has been replaced by a new, more strict, modern and expressive one. The headlights merge with the grille in an aggressive "smile". Holes and curved lines appeared on the bumper, and the rear part of the body was greatly changed. Qashqai new generation received a sloping roof and a long hood, as well as a massive bottom, body kit for protection and high ground clearance. All these features allow the compact crossover to match the real SUV in terms of bodywork - both technically and visually. Nevertheless, the “look” of the Nissan Qashqai is serious and cold, but the car will definitely not get lost among other cars.
The "young" Mitsubishi ASX looks even more aggressive than its main competitor in the class. For the model, we prepared 8 new colors for the company's products. These include the original kawasemi (from Japanese - "kingfisher") - an unusual turquoise-blue hue. This color focuses on the environmental friendliness of the car, since the bird of the same name lives only next to the cleanest reservoirs.
Body material and coating
Nissan Qashqai has a fairly good frame. The coating is weather resistant and lasts for a long time. The body material itself is not subject to excessive corrosion.
The Mitsubishi ASX, on the other hand, is often criticized for its poor finish and thin metal. Regarding Qashqai, this is true - chips appear pretty quickly after purchase new car, crushed stone and sand erase the paint almost to the metal, and blisters appear on the bottom of the car literally after the second winter. This makes the crossover less suitable not only for the role of an SUV, but also for relatively quiet city driving.
Salon
Despite the low cost of both cars, the interior of each has an excellent design, sophisticated ergonomics and good equipment. At the same time, the appearance of the salons is different.
Design
Salon Nissan Qashqai has changed a lot compared to the old generation. It has a restrained range, but very expressive and ergonomic lines. The interior of the crossover looks very voluminous and futuristic. The materials are selected with taste and originality, but this does not interfere with the functionality at all. The fabric of the seats is combined.
The interior design of the Mitsubishi ASX is noticeably simpler than that of its competitor. It has more traditional lines that are characteristic of modern European cars. In appearance, the interior is quite simple, but this does not affect the characteristics - the model has instrument lighting and a convenient multimedia system.
Materials and ergonomics
With the Nissan Qashqai, the designers tried to create the feel of a cockpit with a focus on control, while at the same time leaving the spaciousness of a family car. That is why in the salon compact crossover There are two zones at once - working for the driver and rest for passengers. The front panel of the Nissan Qashqai is designed so that the main controls are located around the center of the steering wheel. Qashqai differs from its competitor in higher quality materials in the cabin. In it, even the lower part of the front panel is finished with soft plastic, and the entire interior looks very expensive thanks to the texture. The Qashqai has comfortable tight chairs with support, and the backrests tilt when you press a key - with fixed positions. Minor flaws in the cabin were eliminated in the latest restyling, so the model can be bought without fear - everything is exactly tailored and firmly sewn. For example, the old display was replaced with a more readable one, and there was more space in the back row and in the trunk.
Finishing Mitsubishi ASX differs from the competitor in rigidity. The front panel and doors are partially upholstered with soft plastic, but it almost does not slip when exposed to the hand. The chair is no less comfortable and functional. The problem is only in the backlash of the driver's seat under heavy load. The controls are inconvenient - their capabilities are not obvious and sometimes contradict logic.
capacity
In both, passengers about 180 centimeters tall are accommodated with sufficient comfort. Rear sofas are similar in comfort and shape, have central armrests.
The Qashqai enhances convenience by changing the space for the spare wheel. So you can put more things in the trunk.
In the Mitsubishi ASX, the capacity is almost the same as that of the competitor. This is the influence of the larger "relatives" of the compact crossover - a large wheelbase. So, even with the front seats completely pushed back, there will be enough space in the back for passengers with a height of 185 centimeters. But the trunk cannot be called ergonomic, since in ASX, unlike Qashqai, 2 large suitcases cannot be placed at once.
Driving performance
On-road capability is one of the main categories of compact crossovers and what sets them apart from other urban models. Both models have quite similar characteristics, but in reality they behave differently.
Acceleration and power
Nissan Qashqai has a CVT in the transmission, which helps the two-liter engine - 9 horsepower less powerful than the competitor's counterpart. At the same time, Qashqai still responds better to pressing the gas pedal. It cannot be called sporty, but when compared on the training ground, the difference will allow you to overtake the ASX by at least a body length after 100 meters. At low revs, the Nissan Qashqai engine is rather slow.
Mitsubishi ASX is distinguished by smooth acceleration - this is due to the variator and aggregator. After restyling, the system began to work better, but when accelerating, the car is still quite slow and not intense. In pseudo-manual mode, this can be partially compensated.
Braking
Both the Qashqai and the ASX stop systems are light and reliable. Both cars have a large number of auxiliary functionality - anti-lock braking system and so on. The Qashqai has slightly more sensitive brakes, so you need to get used to the pedal.
Control
The Qashqai electric booster has 2 modes - sports, requiring enhanced driver work, and traditional. It should be noted that the car has a lot of equipment - especially for its relatively low cost: an automatic parking attendant, control of the intersection of markings and blind spots, a camera for all-round visibility and more. The Nissan Qashqai has better handling than the Mitsubishi ASX. It may not be as comfortable as the Tiguan or Kuga, but it is confident in its class. Restyling made it possible to get rid of "synthetics" when taxiing. Clutch informative, clear and easy. The start of the crossover is smooth.
The ASX handles only slightly worse than the Qashqai. But it also has systems to help start uphill from a standstill, course stabilization, a regenerative braking system and other auxiliary functions.
Dynamism
The Nissan Qashqai holds its own at high speeds and corners. Stiffer suspension and handling allow for more precise handling, so it's easy to feel its dynamics.
Mitsubishi ASX, unlike its competitor, does not tend to accelerate when you press the gas. Its dynamics is quite low, which makes lane changes and overtaking less efficient. Not much, but the pseudo-manual mode helps out.
Traction and suspension
Compact crossovers that spend most of their time in the city should still have. At least - in order to climb curbs and feel calm on bad roads. Both cars cope with the task perfectly. With regard to cross-country ability, the Nissan Qashqai and Mitsubishi ASX offer 3 modes: front-wheel drive, automatic full and full with forced axle lock. This is enough for trips on poor ground, but not for deep snow or sand - otherwise the suspension will wear out quickly and the clutches will overheat. A mini crossover is not an SUV at all, as many drivers still believe.
Comfort
Compact crossovers come from family cars. They are designed for city driving with passengers and luggage, so comfort is of the utmost importance.
Location and upholstery in the cabin
The interior of the Nissan Qashqai is as spacious as the Mitsubishi ASX, but the low seating position forces you to bend your knees more. There is enough space in height.
Mitsubishi ASX has a more spacious interior, as its wheelbase is longer. In height, the car is as roomy as the Nissan Qashqai. Both crossovers have good upholstery and functional seats.
Noise isolation
There is no leader in sound protection - both machines cope with the task quite well even on high speed. Air noise does not disturb at the permitted speeds. When using studded tires, a slight hum is noticeable.
ASX coped with the tests a little worse, but within reason. The lack of a car in airbags: the minimum equipment offers only 2, and the competitor - 6.
Outcome
In general, the results are in line with the opinion of the majority of drivers. Qashqai wins by a significant margin. With identical characteristics, it offers not only the best quality, but also a little more and pleasant ergonomics. The ASX is more eccentric and roomier, but objectively lags behind in everything from power to safety.
The completely updated Nissan Qashqai appeared on the Russian market at about the same time as the Mitsubishi ASX. The first was characterized by almost the opening of a new segment - an urban compact crossover, the second occupied an empty market niche with a low initial price, which made it possible to give a positive assessment of the level of sales. Now both cars are successfully sold on secondary market, and some of them have already changed more than two owners. Once in price category, which can be called “moderate” with a calm soul - all-wheel drive versions with an “automatic” cost a little more than a million - crossovers have become the first car for many.
Weak spots
The weak point of both should be called the suspension. Knocks, rapid wear of rubber-metal joints, shock absorbers and stabilizer struts are due to "ideal" Russian roads. Many of us still believe that a crossover is a small SUV, and not just a passenger car with larger diameter wheels. So, along the country road it is possible with a breeze, do not slow down in front of the hole and fly speed bumps.In the future, you will have to change the steering rods, silent block front arm and rear racks at Nissan. Stabilizer bushings can be a problem because you have to lower the subframe, the mounting bolts are only accessible from the top.
At Mitsubishi, stabilizer struts can be written down as consumables, since they are inexpensive and it is not so difficult to change them, as well as front shock absorbers, the price of which is 7000-8000 rubles apiece and with a resource of 30,000 km on cars of lovers of sports driving style. For pre-styling cars, it’s worth changing both the springs and the rear shock absorbers yourself so that the crossover feels calm on all the bumps.
In general, it should be noted that both cars began to behave better after the update, but the ASX, which received the Outlander chassis, is still more enduring.
Specifications
They put on both cars and mechanical boxes, and CVTs that still frighten many. On Mitsubishi, the CVT is tougher and more reliable. Although there were individual cases of failure of the unit, in general it performed well. But Qashqai is not so lucky, especially those crossovers that get off-road and often skid for a long time. CVT Nissan can go to emergency mode and immobilize the car even after a long crush in a traffic jam with constant creeping on the brakes meter after meter, but this is an extreme case of bad luck. The main thing to know when accelerating sharply immediately after switching to reverse: the CVT is extremely expensive! A few years ago, its replacement cost 300,000 rubles, and repairs at 100,000.The drive for crossovers can be both full and front. By the way, it was Qashqai that began to sell well in the version with a single axle drive. Before him, mono-drive crossovers were perceived as completely thrown away money. Four-wheel drive both are implemented in approximately the same way - by means of an electronically controlled clutch. The technique is simple, controlled automatically or with a small switch. Off-road it is better to block the clutch forcibly. Both also have traction control, but it works more confidently in the Qashqai.
Engines
At the choice of the company, manufacturers offer five types of engines for two. All gasoline in-line 4-cylinder. Two with a displacement of 1.6 liters, two 2.0-liters, plus Mitsubishi also has a 1.8-liter, which is not very popular. Power is distributed like this. Qashqai: 1.6 - 115 liters. s, 2.0 - 141 l. with. ASX: 1.6 - 117 liters. s, 1.8 - 140 and 2.0 - 150. Mitsubishi puts only a 2.0-liter engine with a CVT on the all-wheel drive version. The all-wheel drive Qashqai comes with a two-liter engine with a CVT or manual transmission.The owners of the "mechanics" in both need to be careful with the clutch. It burns easily, it is expensive to change it - work with parts costs about 30,000 rubles.
CVTs also require accuracy in difficult driving conditions. By the way, you can ignore light shocks during acceleration - this is normal, this is how the torque converter is blocked.
Engines are quite reliable, but have some features. They like to eat good butter and really dislike bad gasoline. Especially the high-powered Mitsubishi 1.6, which has a common occurrence of detonation under load. It is enough to refuel unsuccessfully once and you can go to the service.
All Nissan engines"chain" (timing drive). Its service occurs once in a hundred thousand and is not something out of the ordinary. Here, replacing spark plugs in Qashqai is a tricky business - you need to remove the manifold and throttle assembly. And candles should be changed every 30,000 km for both.
In frost, Mitsubishi 1.6 can squeeze oil through the dipstick and seals due to freezing of the crankcase ventilation pipe. Only in 2011 it began to be replaced by a service action. old motor 1.8 after the restyling of 2012 was fairly modernized by introducing a new timing belt laying scheme. The latter, noisy at speeds close to idle, frightens owners and servicemen who mistakenly tighten the front end protection screws. The 2.0 liter engine has not yet been seen on the list of annoying owners. It is clearly the most suitable for ASX.
Body coating
Many ASX owners often complain about weakness paintwork and thin metal of the outer body panels: chips and scratches appear very quickly. Sand and gravel from under the wheels rip off the varnish and paint almost to the metal, and swellings may appear on the arches and at the bottom of the doors after the second Moscow winter ... Things are a little better with Nissan, but you can’t call the Qashqai body coating bulletproof.The Mitsubishi ASX interior is slightly more spacious than the Qashqai, especially in the second row of seats. The trunk is bigger too. But plastic is no better, and even worse in pre-styling cars. This is noticeable in the cold in winter, when the driver is surrounded by a pack of hungry crickets, driving you crazy with their squeak. The Nissan is quieter, but the skin has let us down - it cracks and wipes off. The electrics are quite reliable, there are no problems with entertainment and information electronics. Climate control reliable and do their job well.
Let's go back to our test. Dmitry Leontiev eventually gave preference to Qashqai. But on the test new car. Used ones are more difficult. Nissan, firstly, requires competent service, and secondly, it suffers from difficult sores, although rarely.
Mitsubishi is not as good on the road, but does not require expensive service actions like removing the pedal assembly for replacement cabin filter. In general, parity remains between them: the 2012 restyling of the year greatly corrected the manners of the ASX, but the choice of used Qashqai on the market is much wider.