Nissan Updates the QASHQAI for 2020

2020 Nissan QASHQAI ST Plus 7 drivingNissan is updating one of Australia’s favourite small SUVs, the Nissan QASHQAI, adding comprehensive connectivity and active safety enhancements across the range.  Rob Fraser was at the launch

Nissan Qashqai has managed to carve itself a bit over 9% market share in the ultra-competitive small SUV segment and the update brings features that will help it stay current.

The entry-level ST has additional equipment including an Apple Car Play and Android Auto compatible infotainment system with voice recognition and digital radio receiver integrated into Nissan’s next-generation 7-inch screen.

The ST+ model adds new rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights with High Beam Assist, fog lights, Intelligent Driver Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Blind Spot Warning technology.

The already well specified Ti model, benefits from the addition of Pedestrian Detection (Intelligent Emergency Braking) that operates at speeds up to 60km/h.

There are also upgrades to the Nissan Intelligent Mobility system and the infotainments system. Priced from $27,990 plus the usual costs the Qashqai is popular 2WD SUV choice for urban buyers.

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Rob Fraser – General dogsbody & Director Rob is the founder of the business. He constantly mutters something about way too many red wines one evening being to blame. Often known for taking the 4WD in the driveway over the sports car, he has travelled pretty much everywhere in Australia and when he is bored goes for a drive. He first learned to drive on the farm in a left hand drive WW11 Jeep when he was 11, and was hooked on 4WDriving way back then. In addition to 4WD he is an avid motoring enthusiast and has maintained a strong interest in the industry ever since his teens. He has owned way too many cars in his time as well. Having previously lived at the top of corporate life he retired in 2000 and hasn’t put a suit and tie on since. Cars are his passion so why not have a business doing what you love he figures. He has towed either a caravan or camper trailer to most parts of Australia, has run guided tours for camper trailers’ and instructed drivers in off road towing.