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Nissan Dualis / Qashqai
Mandai score
8/10
Typical price
KSh 2,650,000
Years
2014-2023
Fuel
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manual, CVT
Doors
5
Most popular trim
Dualis 20G / Qashqai 1.2 DIG-T / 2.0L N-Connecta
Dealer listings
None listed
Dimensions
Length
4,394 mm
Width
1,806 mm
Height
1,590 mm
Wheelbase
2,646 mm
Ground clearance
188 mm
Boot space
430 L (1,598 L folded)
Kerb weight
1,375 kg
Seats
5
Specifications
Engine
2.0L MR20DD 4-Cylinder Petrol / 1.2L DIG-T Turbo
Power
144 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
200 Nm @ 4,400 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD or All-Mode 4x4-i
0–100 km/h
9.9 sec
Top speed
193 km/h
Fuel economy
Combined
15.2 km/L (2.0L) / 17.5 km/L (1.2T)
City
12.8 km/L (2.0L) / 14.5 km/L (1.2T)
Highway
18.0 km/L (2.0L) / 20.2 km/L (1.2T)
Tank size
65 L
CO₂ emissions
138 g/km
At a glance
Model
Nissan Dualis / Qashqai (J10 / J11 / J12 Series)
Production years
2014–2023
Body type
SUV / Crossovers
Seating capacity
5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel
Engine sizes
1,197 cc (1.2T) / 1,997 cc (2.0L)
Transmission
Automatic (CVT / 6-Speed Manual)
Drivetrain
FWD or All-Mode 4x4-i
Ground clearance
188 mm
Source market
UK / Japan (RHD)
Pros and cons
What’s good
- Comfort-tuned suspension: Absorbs Nairobi estate speed bumps and potholes smoothly.
- Sub-2,000 cc KRA duty advantage: 1.2T and 2.0L engines qualify for 25% excise tax rate.
- All-Mode 4x4-i option: Selectable AWD mode provides extra traction on slippery wet murram roads.
What’s not so good
- CVT responsiveness: Xtronic CVT requires regular fluid servicing to avoid sluggishness under load.
- Rear legroom: Best suited for young families or medium-height passengers on long journeys.