Is the all-new Qashqai equipped with a three-cylinder engine?
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No. Detailed introduction is as follows: In terms of appearance: Judging from the exposed spy photos, the all-new Qashqai resembles the recently launched overseas version of the new X-Trail, both adopting Nissan's V-Motion family-style front face design. The headlight clusters on both sides of the front have also been changed to a split-type design, especially the more slender boomerang-shaped daytime running lights, which create a quite sharp visual effect. Below the headlights on both sides, large-sized wind-blade-style air intake designs are incorporated, making the entire vehicle more sporty. In terms of interior: The new car features the same large-sized full LCD instrument panel and floating central control screen design as the X-Trail. The overseas version of the new X-Trail has undergone significant changes in its interior, making it more upscale overall. It is expected that the all-new Qashqai will also follow the design of the new X-Trail.
I just learned about the powertrain of the all-new Qashqai. It's definitely not a three-cylinder engine, but rather a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. This design is quite common in today's market, as four-cylinder engines are much more reliable than three-cylinders in terms of smoothness and power output. For example, the Qashqai version I recently test-drove had almost no noticeable vibration at startup, very little noise, and drove quite smoothly. In comparison, some brands use three-cylinder engines to reduce weight and save fuel, but the Qashqai takes a more stable approach by retaining the advantages of a four-cylinder, such as more linear acceleration and simpler maintenance. If you're worried about whether a three-cylinder version might come out, I recommend checking Nissan's official website or auto show updates. Currently, there's no indication they'll switch to a three-cylinder. Overall, the Qashqai offers great value for money, with decent fuel consumption—around 7L combined—making it a very practical choice for family use.
