Nissan Qashqai 2 / J11

Nissan Cascai, the second generation, was designed and engineered in the UK in collaboration with Renault. The result was the Common Module Family (CMF) platform, which was also the next X-Trail T32.

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Nissan Cascai, the second generation, was designed and engineered in the UK in collaboration with Renault. The result was the Common Module Family (CMF) platform, which was also the next X-Trail T32.

The second Qashqai has a more expressive design, but it looks balanced and dynamic. The front and interior are very similar to the larger X Trail.

Cascai 2 has changed in size: increased by 49 mm in length and 20 mm in width, but became lower by 15 mm. The luggage compartment has also grown slightly (by 29 liters), reaching a value of 439 liters. However, the next generation lost 40 kg.

Comparison of sizes of Nissan Qashqai J11 and J10

The crossover was assembled in the UK. In the autumn of 2015, localized production was established near St. Petersburg. The Russian assembly externally differs only slightly expanded edging of the wheel arches, which is due to the structural differences in the suspension.

Kashkai 2 was facelifted in the spring of 2017. The changes are noticeable when looking at the hood, headlights and bumper. The updated version reached the Russian market only in March 2019.

In crash tests according to the Euro NCAP methodology, the car earned 5 stars, demonstrating a good level of protection. The highest safety ratings crossover deserved in the United States. The American version of the Nissan Rogue was tested.

Engines

In Russia, the base was 1.2 DIG-T with the HRA2DDT index. Before restyling, it was the only available gasoline units in Europe. The four-cylinder turbocharged engine offered 115 hp of power. It is a turbocharged 1.2 TCe designed by Renault.

The most common was the 2-liter atmospheric recoil 144 hp (MR20DD).

The lineup also includes two turbo diesel engines: the French 1.5 dCi (110 hp) and 1.6 dCi (130 hp). In Russia, only 1.6 dCi (R9M) was officially offered, a product jointly developed by Nissan and Renault. It was available before restyling, after which only gasoline units remained in the range.

European versions subsequently received three more engines: two gasoline turbo engines with a volume of 1.3 and 1.6 liters and a turbodiesel with a capacity of 1.8 liters.

In the case of gasoline units, sometimes after 100,000 km, owners note an increase in oil consumption. During the warranty period, some had to contact the dealer service to eliminate fogging from under the lid of the valve timing.

The public is concerned that the 1.2 DIG-T is not reliable enough. Yes, there have been incidents involving the failure of the tensioner chain valve timing. And someone even complained about the burn of the valve. But these cases are isolated, mass troubles are not currently recorded.

A common problem affecting all motors, noise and subsequent failure of the radiator fan. This usually happens after 50 to 100 miles. The new original fan is available for 28 000 rubles, and analogues - for 10-15 thousand rubles.

Transmission

In a pair of engines there are two variants of gearboxes - 6-speed mechanics or a continuously variable variable variable development Jatco - Xtronic with seven pseudo-speeds.

With gasoline engines, the JF016E version was used, and with diesel engines – JF017E. Both have found wide application among other manufacturers.

If there are no questions about the ICS, then the variator is a concern for many. Sometimes for a reason. Troubles occurred both in the warranty period and after 100-150 thousand km of mileage. And in the second range, the advantage of the first year of production. The number of incidents is not alarming yet.

According to the experience of operating the variator on a wide range of different brands, the first repair of the box is most likely closer to 200,000 km. At the same time, there were also samples that stood for overhaul only when reaching 300-400 thousand km. The cost of restoration works is about 150-200 thousand rubles. For the contract node will have to pay at least 100,000 rubles and another 15-20 thousand rubles for replacement.

To prolong the life of the CVR, the transmission oil should be regularly updated along with the filters. There are two of them – rough and fine cleaning. The recommended service interval is 40-60 thousand km. Costs for materials will be about 12 000 rubles, and for work - about 2-3 thousand rubles.

All-wheel drive system

The All Mode 4x4 i with an electromagnetic rear wheel clutch is an improved version of the previous all-wheel drive system.

There are no problems with the components of the all-wheel drive transmission.

Walking

On the front axle are installed Macpherson struts, and the architecture of the rear suspension depends on the country of assembly. Front-wheel drive versions of the “British” were content with a semi-dependent beam behind, and all-wheel drive were equipped with a multi-link system. In the Kashkai of the St. Petersburg assembly, other front and rear subframes. They are borrowed from the X-Trail T32. Thus, in comparison with the "English" copies, the track has changed - it has become wider by 20 mm in front and 30 mm in the rear. Along the way, 10 mm has grown and clearance - up to 200 mm. And on the rear axle of both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions, a multi-link is installed. In addition to the levers in the Russian assembly, other shock absorbers and semi-axles. Front shock absorbers (4-16 thousand rubles) in most cases fail after 80-120 thousand km, and rear (4-7 thousand rubles) - after 100-150 thousand km. Silent blocks and ball supports of the front levers reach 100-150 thousand km. All elements can be replaced separately, paying 300-1200 rubles for a Silentblock or 1-2 thousand rubles for a ball. Originals are only assembled with a lever - 14 000 rubles, and substitutes start at 4000 rubles. The back suspension silencing blocks usually do not attract attention. The rear stage bearings could require replacement after 50-100 thousand km, and the front later - after 100-150 thousand km. The shaft bearings on both axes are changed in assembly with the hub. The cost of the original hub is 12 000 rubles, and analogues - from 3000 rubles. For the work will have to pay about 1000 rubles. After 100-150 thousand km, individual owners had to update the external SRUS (5-14 thousand rubles).

Other problems and malfunctions

To the quality of paintwork and to the corrosion resistance of the body iron Qashqai 2 claims do not yet arise.

A number of owners complain of the accumulation of moisture on the roof and, as a result, wet fabric upholstery of the ceiling, and sometimes “drops” from under the visor. The disadvantage is eliminated by gluing the roof with noise and vibration insulation. The manufacturer recommends to change the cabin filter more often and use the air conditioner regularly.

After 50-100 thousand km, vibrations on the steering wheel and front panel sometimes became noticeable when the heater motor was working. It was possible to get rid of the disease after cleaning the impeller. Well, after 100-150 thousand km, the engine could completely fail (4000 rubles for an analog or 25 000 rubles for the original).

After 80-120 thousand km, the seats were often heated. Because of the short wires, they broke.

There were claims to the logic and efficiency of the climate installation. Occasionally, short-term failures in the operation of the head device of the multimedia audio system fell into view.

After 50-100 thousand km of run of the car of 2014 release covered a wave of bloating brake hoses.

Engines

• During the warranty period, some had to contact the dealer service to eliminate fogging from under the lid of the valve timing.
• A common problem affecting all motors, noise and subsequent failure of the radiator fan. This usually happens after 50 to 100 miles.

Transmission

• According to the experience of operating the variator on a wide range of different brands, the first repair of the box is most likely closer to 200,000 km.
• At the same time, there were also samples that stood for overhaul only when reaching 300-400 thousand km.
• To prolong the life of the CVR, the transmission oil should be regularly updated along with the filters. There are two of them – rough and fine cleaning.
• The recommended service interval is 40-60 thousand km.

All-wheel drive system

• The All Mode 4x4 i with an electromagnetic rear wheel clutch is an improved version of the previous all-wheel drive system.
• There are no problems with the components of the all-wheel drive transmission.

Walking

• The knocked steering rack often needs repair closer to 100-150 thousand km.

Other problems and malfunctions

• To the quality of paintwork and to the corrosion resistance of the body iron Qashqai 2 claims do not yet arise.
• The manufacturer recommends to change the cabin filter more often and use the air conditioner regularly.

Nissan Kashkai 2 pleasantly surprises with the absence of serious problems, As for the variator, with timely care, it is possible to count on 200,000 km of run without problems.

• Nissan Cascai, the second generation, was designed and designed in the UK in collaboration with Renault.
• Engines: During the warranty period, some had to contact the dealer service to eliminate fogging from under the lid of the valve timing.
• Transmission: From experience operating the CVT on a wide range of different brands, the first repair of the box is most likely closer to 200,000 km.
• All-wheel drive system: The All Mode 4x4 i with an electromagnetic rear-wheel drive clutch is an improved version of the previous all-wheel drive system.
• Driving: The knocked steering rack often needs repairs closer to 100-150 thousand km.
• Other problems and malfunctions: To the quality of paintwork and to the corrosion resistance of the Qashqai body iron 2 claims do not yet arise.

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