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Nissan Dualis / Qashqai
Urban utility crossover focusing heavily on daily ride comfort and sub-2,000 cc KRA duty savings.
Highest ratedBest value
Subaru ForesterNissan Dualis / Qashqai
Mandai score
7/10
8/10
Typical price
KSh 4,200,000
KSh 2,650,000
Years
2018-2023
2014-2023
Body type
Mid-size SUV
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Fuel
Petrol, Hybrid
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, CVT
Automatic, Manual, CVT
Doors
5
5
Most popular trim
Forester Touring / Sport / Premium / e-Boxer Advance
Dualis 20G / Qashqai 1.2 DIG-T / 2.0L N-Connecta
Fuel and running cost
Fuel consumption
17.0 km/L5.9 L/100km combined · about 1071 km a tank
15.2 km/L6.6 L/100km combined · about 988 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,335 / 100 kmKSh 13 a km · KSh 13,351 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,493 / 100 kmKSh 15 a km · KSh 14,932 for 1,000 km · petrol
Dimensions
Length
4,625 mm
4,394 mm
Width
1,815 mm
1,806 mm
Height
1,730 mm
1,590 mm
Wheelbase
2,670 mm
2,646 mm
Ground clearance
220 mm
188 mm
Boot space
520 L (1,775 L folded)
430 L (1,598 L folded)
Kerb weight
1,570 kg
1,375 kg
Seats
5
5
Specifications
Engine
2.5L FB25 Direct Injection Boxer / 1.8L CB18 DIT Turbo
2.0L MR20DD 4-Cylinder Petrol / 1.2L DIG-T Turbo
Power
182 hp @ 5,800 rpm (2.5L) / 177 hp (1.8T)
144 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
239 Nm @ 4,400 rpm (2.5L) / 300 Nm (1.8T)
200 Nm @ 4,400 rpm
Drivetrain
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
FWD or All-Mode 4x4-i
0–100 km/h
8.2 sec
9.9 sec
Top speed
204 km/h
193 km/h
Fuel economy
Combined
14.2 km/L (2.5L) / 15.2 km/L (1.8T) / 17.0 km/L (e-Boxer)
15.2 km/L (2.0L) / 17.5 km/L (1.2T)
City
11.8 km/L (2.5L) / 12.5 km/L (1.8T) / 15.0 km/L (e-Boxer)
12.8 km/L (2.0L) / 14.5 km/L (1.2T)
Highway
16.8 km/L (2.5L) / 18.0 km/L (1.8T) / 18.5 km/L (e-Boxer)
18.0 km/L (2.0L) / 20.2 km/L (1.2T)
Tank size
63 L
65 L
CO₂ emissions
152 g/km
138 g/km
At a glance
Model
Subaru Forester (SK Series)
Nissan Dualis / Qashqai (J10 / J11 / J12 Series)
Production years
2018–2023
2014–2023
Body type
SUV / Crossovers
SUV / Crossovers
Seating capacity
5
5
Fuel types
Petrol, e-Boxer Hybrid
Petrol, Diesel
Engine sizes
1,795 cc (1.8T CB18) / 1,995 cc (2.0L e-Boxer) / 2,498 cc (2.5L FB25)
1,197 cc (1.2T) / 1,997 cc (2.0L)
Transmission
Automatic (Lineartronic CVT)
Automatic (CVT / 6-Speed Manual)
Drivetrain
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
FWD or All-Mode 4x4-i
Ground clearance
220 mm
188 mm
Source market
Japan / UK (RHD)
UK / Japan (RHD)
Pros and cons
What’s good
- Class-leading 220 mm ground clearance: Conquers deep potholes, tall speed bumps, and rough upcountry tracks.
- Symmetrical AWD with Dual X-Mode: Exceptional mud, snow, and deep gravel traction.
- Sub-2,500 cc KRA tax advantage: All 1.8T, 2.0L, and 2.5L engines qualify for 25% excise tax rate.
- 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
- Lineartronic CVT response: CVT engine revs during heavy highway mountain passes.
- EyeSight windshield camera care: Requires specialized recalibration if windscreen is replaced.
- 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.