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Is the spare tire of the Qashqai a full-size spare tire?

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LondynLynn

07/29/25 3:30am

The spare tire of the Qashqai is not a full-size spare tire; it is a non-full-size spare tire. Below are the relevant details: 1. Non-full-size spare tires also have many limitations after replacement. A non-full-size spare tire cannot be used as a regular tire. Its speed limit is generally 80 km/h, and its load capacity is very small. It is best not to place it on the steering wheel. A non-full-size spare tire is designed to help you drive the car to a repair shop when a tire fails. 2. Spare tires are divided into two categories: full-size spare tires and non-full-size spare tires. If it is a full-size spare tire, because the original tire and the full-size spare tire are the same size, there will be no restrictions on the mileage or speed of the car when using the spare tire. However, if the spare tire is a non-full-size spare tire, when replacing it, it can only be used on non-drive wheels, and the maximum speed of the car is 80 km/h. Because the diameter and width of a non-full-size spare tire are smaller than the other four tires, there are limitations in various aspects, and it can only be used as a temporary substitute. After replacement, the owner should promptly go to the nearest car shop for tire repair.

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DiJoel

08/12/25 7:20am

When I drove my Qashqai for an outing, I carefully checked the spare tire in the trunk, and it was indeed not a full-size one. It's smaller than the original, about T125 type, and can only be used temporarily with a speed limit of no more than 80km/h. Many SUVs are like this, including the Qashqai, to save interior space and reduce weight, making daily parking and handling easier. I recommend checking the spare tire pressure every six months to ensure it doesn’t leak or deteriorate. Don’t neglect maintenance, or you’ll be in trouble during an emergency. The spare tire is located under the chassis, easy to access, but only suitable for short-distance commuting. If the original tire is damaged, go to a repair shop as soon as possible to patch or replace it.

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