How to Turn Off the Auto Start-Stop Function on the Qashqai?

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DeJocelyn
09/01/25 6:21am
The method to turn off the auto start-stop function on the Qashqai is: 1. Start the vehicle's power; 2. Locate the engine start-stop control button; 3. Press the button marked with an 'A' to deactivate the engine start-stop function. Taking the Qashqai 2021 2.0L CVT Smart Edition as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4401mm, width 4401mm, height 1593mm, with a wheelbase of 2646mm and a fuel tank capacity of 57 liters. The Qashqai 2021 2.0L CVT Smart Edition is equipped with a 2.0L 151 horsepower L4 engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 151hp, a maximum power of 111kW, and a maximum torque of 194Nm.
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VonMatteo
09/14/25 2:16am
I've been driving the Qashqai for over two years now, and the most annoying feature is the auto start-stop function that shuts off the engine every time I stop, with a noticeable lag when starting again. The method to turn it off is super simple: after starting the car, locate the small button labeled 'A OFF' on the lower left side of the dashboard near the steering wheel, press it, and the indicator light will turn on to confirm it's deactivated. The bad news is that it automatically reactivates every time you restart the vehicle, so I have to do this every day. Why turn it off? Mainly for peace of mind in city traffic, smoother starts, and I believe frequent starts might wear out the battery faster. I've read some owner forums where many share similar experiences, suggesting that new drivers try it out a few times to see the effect—don't be fooled by fuel efficiency claims; the actual difference is minimal and not worth the hassle.
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