Honda ZR-V vs Nissan Qashqai

The Honda ZR-V starts from $34,300 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only) before on-road costs, while the Nissan Qashqai opens at $45,640. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $37,730 and $50,204 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Nissan Qashqai by roughly $4,130 in fuel alone.

Both the Honda ZR-V and Nissan Qashqai hold a 4-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 79% for the Honda ZR-V and 78% for the Nissan Qashqai.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Honda ZR-V, against 7 on the Nissan Qashqai.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The Honda ZR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Nissan Qashqai gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda ZR-V stands out with wireless charging, power tailgate and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Nissan Qashqai. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Honda ZR-V uses a Petrol producing 131kW and 240Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout.

The Nissan Qashqai lines up making 140kW and 311Nm, paired to a reduction drive (automatic) driving the front wheels.

The Nissan Qashqai has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 131kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda ZR-V measures 4,568mm long on a 2,655mm wheelbase, 143mm longer than the Nissan Qashqai at 4,425mm (2,665mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Nissan Qashqai generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 380L in the Honda ZR-V and 404L in the Nissan Qashqai, giving the Nissan Qashqai a 24L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1302L vs 1328L.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,995/year for the Honda ZR-V and $1,169/year for the Nissan Qashqai. That is a $826 annual difference in favour of the Nissan Qashqai.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Nissan Qashqai). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda ZR-V) / 5yr (Nissan Qashqai).