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Which diesel engine is best for the Nissan Qashqai - 1.5 or 1.6 dCi?

I would like to buy a Nissan Qashqai. I'm looking ats 2018 cars with an automatic gearbox and diesel engine. Which engine should I choose, the 1.6 or the 1.5 dCi?

Asked on 2 September 2021 by Helen Goble

Answered by Russell Campbell
I'd recommend the 1.5 dCi – it's smoother and quieter, while there's little to choose between the two in terms of real-world performance.
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