Nissan Qashqai (2007 - 2013) 1.6 Acenta 5d (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I like practical & sensible personal transport.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Family love the car, biggest comment is it's so comfortable compared to my previous sports orientated cars I've owned before. Neighbours seem to like and commented to me they liked the fact I didn't go with the crowd & get BMW/Merc which our local roads are full of so not a common car around my area.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, as it ticks all the boxes for what I now want in a car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Qashqai but face lifted model.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, This Qashqai had only done 17000 miles and was 1 owner with full history. The price I paid mean the previous owner had lost approx. £2200 per year and I end up with a car which still feels virtually new for less than half it's original price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted a more economical car but with large hatchback boot space.

What was the dealer like?

As good as any dealer I've dealt with in the past, no complaints but car dealers are car dealers.

What's it like to drive?

Seems very smooth and relaxed drive and the extra ground clearance is great for not having to worry about negotiating all the local speed humps/ramps.

What's it like to park?

Very easy, large side mirrors and reversing sensors makes parking a breeze.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Has been fine for past few weeks, although as already noted when side windows get dirty the electric windows are slow to move, but my previous Renault car had same issue as this and perhaps Nissan/Renault share the window motors.

What's most practical about your car?

Large boot space and plenty of room for me & passengers.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Reversing sensors, storage space including ability to chill glove box which Is now used as storage for drinks etc.