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Non-Technical Nissan QashQai chat. Mk2, Mk3
ilkka
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by ilkka »

I have done my test drive today. Model was N-Connecta 158 xtronic with pro pilot and design packs, since it had the HUD and glass roof.

My thoughts:
Way, way better than my current J10 so upgrade is a no brainer for me.
Acceleration was good. Didn't take much to get to 80-90km/h (didn't get to faster roads during my test drive)
The lane keep assist works really well, even on smaller roads that have lane markings here in Finland.
Android auto works too, even though Nissan's Finnish brochure says that it's not yet available in Finland. Only started it to map view on the 9" screen, didn't play around with it that much.
A pillars are much thinner than in J10, so much better visibility around there.
Wife said it was easy for her to get in the car from her wheelchair.
The boot floor has to be at lower position for her wheelchair to fit in the boot.

I did ask about mudguards since they aren't fit as default and my dealer said that in his opinion, they don't really do much since they are small. The ones at the back at least.

I did order AWD 158 xtronic tekna+, magnetic blue on 22nd of June. Delivery estimate is by the end of week 39, so that means around 1st of October.
Current: Nissan Qashqai 2021 J12 1.3 MHEV 158 Xtronic 4WD Tekna+ (Magnetic Blue)
Previously: Nissan Qashqai 2008 J10 1.6 Acenta with glass roof

Sandgrounder
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by Sandgrounder »

Thanks for the update and picture, Dave.

The mud flaps are a completely different size for the J12 which @ilkka has just commented on too! :lol:
DaveBerlin wrote: Tue Jul 27, 2021 5:16 pm Tony, here are the New Design Mudflaps for your info’ which are a completely different design, Thanks again !
I had added on our J11B these Door Edge Trims, well in fact our Service Guy added them FOC worth having - Dave 😉

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Now: 1.3 Tekna DIG-T 158 MHEV J12 ~ LED Front Fog Lights ~ Ceramic Grey with Pearl Black Roof/Grey Interior
Before: 1.2 N-Connecta DIG-T 115 J11B ~ Heat Pack ~ LED Pack ~ Vivid Blue (Sep 17-Oct 21)
Previously: 1.2 N-Tec DIG-T 115 J11A ~ Blade Silver (Nov 14-Sep 17)
sbrace06
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by sbrace06 »

Ordered today, tekna plus manual, arctic white, great price imo
GluedOnBeard
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Qashqai Model: Still looking for one....

Post by GluedOnBeard »

sbrace06 wrote: Mon Jul 19, 2021 8:34 pm This would do me..
Hi, I am new to the forum and looking into switching from a Peugeot 2008 to the new Qashqai, I was wondering if you knew these photos were of the Arctic White colour or not as all I can seem to find is images of the Pearl Whites.

Has anyone also had any experience driving the 138bhp in comparison to the 158?

This forums been a lifesaver so far in helping narrow down our choices!
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gloucester
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Location: Gloucestershire, England
Qashqai Model: Mk.2 Qashqai - J11 (2013–2017)

Post by gloucester »

Welcome to this forum
(2015 Nissan Qashqai Tekna DIG-T 1.2 sold 15/6/18) ~ 2018 Suzuki Ignis SZ5 - 2018 Yamaha MT-07 ~ (2024 Volvo EX30 ordered)
DaveBerlin
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Location: Berlin, Germany
Qashqai Model: Mk.2 Qashqai Facelift - J11b (2017–2021)

Post by DaveBerlin »

Could this be it Arctic White ? a shot from the Production Line - Dave 🤨

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11.19/1.3L/160PS/Tekna+/DCT/PrOPILOT/KAD Gun Metallic/Trunk Lower Finisher/Rear Glass Finisher/Ambient Lighting-LED’s Innen/Entry Guards Illuminated/Sport Pedals/Front Styling Plate/LED No.Plate/Chrome Door Handles/Rear Valance/Giacuzzo Alloys + Falken
GluedOnBeard
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Qashqai Model: Still looking for one....

Post by GluedOnBeard »

Thanks Gloucester and possibly Dave, think it might look slightly off white though given that looks like it should be under pure white lights. Think we are going to have to go for ceramic grey or gun metallic to avoid any uncertainty!
sbrace06
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by sbrace06 »

I told them I want the bright white not off white and was told pure white is the off white colour whereas arctic is white
DaveBerlin
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Qashqai Model: Mk.2 Qashqai Facelift - J11b (2017–2021)

Post by DaveBerlin »

Sorry it could be an Age Problem, but I have been looking again at the Nissan UK / German Info’ for the QQ J12 and cannot find a mention of this “Arctic White” Color - Thanks Dave 😩
All I can find is : Pearl White -P / P - Pearl / QAB and Solid White - S / S - Solid / 326 - Part No:KE99832625CC
It appears to me that Arctic White / Solid White are the same Color / Spec with a different name - confusing !

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11.19/1.3L/160PS/Tekna+/DCT/PrOPILOT/KAD Gun Metallic/Trunk Lower Finisher/Rear Glass Finisher/Ambient Lighting-LED’s Innen/Entry Guards Illuminated/Sport Pedals/Front Styling Plate/LED No.Plate/Chrome Door Handles/Rear Valance/Giacuzzo Alloys + Falken
Sandgrounder
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by Sandgrounder »

Dave, paint colours and codes from the UK brochure for the J12 Qashqai shown below.

Storm White (Pearlescent) // Arctic White (Solid, non-metallic). The paint code for Arctic White appears to be the same as your picture, i.e. 326 :)

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Now: 1.3 Tekna DIG-T 158 MHEV J12 ~ LED Front Fog Lights ~ Ceramic Grey with Pearl Black Roof/Grey Interior
Before: 1.2 N-Connecta DIG-T 115 J11B ~ Heat Pack ~ LED Pack ~ Vivid Blue (Sep 17-Oct 21)
Previously: 1.2 N-Tec DIG-T 115 J11A ~ Blade Silver (Nov 14-Sep 17)
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