Nissan Qashqai vs Suzuki Jimny

The Nissan Qashqai starts from $45,640 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki Jimny opens at $33,150. That makes the Suzuki Jimny the more affordable entry point by $12,490.

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 $50,204 and $36,465 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Nissan Qashqai by roughly $3,275 in fuel alone.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

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

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

The Nissan Qashqai stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — features our data doesn't list for the Suzuki Jimny. The Suzuki Jimny counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Nissan Qashqai gets cloth upholstery while the Suzuki Jimny offers fabric.

The Nissan Qashqai lines up producing 140kW and 311Nm of torque, sent through a reduction drive (automatic) to a FWD layout.

The Suzuki Jimny responds with a 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, VVT making 75kW and 130Nm, paired to a 5-speed manual driving all four wheels.

The Nissan Qashqai has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 75kW. 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, 775mm longer than the Suzuki Jimny at 3,650mm (2,250mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Nissan Qashqai generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 404L in the Nissan Qashqai and 85L in the Suzuki Jimny, giving the Nissan Qashqai a 319L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1328L vs 377L. The Nissan Qashqai seats 5 vs 4.

For towing, the Suzuki Jimny leads with a 1,300kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 550kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,169/year for the Nissan Qashqai and $1,824/year for the Suzuki Jimny. That is a $655 annual difference in favour of the Nissan Qashqai.

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