Nissan Qashqai vs Renault Duster

The Nissan Qashqai starts from $34,665 before on-road costs, while the Renault Duster opens at $31,990. That makes the Renault Duster the more affordable entry point by $2,675.

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 $38,132 and $35,189 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

The Nissan Qashqai holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Renault Duster. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Nissan Qashqai and 70% for the Renault Duster.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Nissan Qashqai packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the Renault Duster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Nissan Qashqai and 6 in the Renault Duster.

The Nissan Qashqai features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Renault Duster gets a 10.1-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Nissan Qashqai stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the Renault Duster. The Renault Duster counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Nissan Qashqai uses a Petrol producing 110kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.8 seconds.

The Renault Duster responds with a Petrol making 113kW and 270Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.2 seconds.

The Renault Duster has the clear power advantage at 113kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Nissan Qashqai is 1.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Nissan Qashqai measures 4,425mm long on a 2,665mm wheelbase, 80mm longer than the Renault Duster at 4,345mm (2,657mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Nissan Qashqai generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 430L in the Nissan Qashqai and 472L in the Renault Duster, giving the Renault Duster a 42L advantage.

For towing, the Renault Duster leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,739/year for the Nissan Qashqai and $1,853/year for the Renault Duster. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the Nissan Qashqai.

Estimated annual total: $1,739 (Nissan Qashqai) vs $1,853 (Renault Duster). The Nissan Qashqai saves you roughly $114 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Nissan Qashqai) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Duster). Both match on warranty length.