2022 Nissan Qashqai Tekna DIG-T Mhev CVT 1.3L Hybrid electric · SM22 HHA

The 1.3-litre mild-hybrid paired with the CVT gearbox is officially rated at around 44-47 mpg combined, though real-world figures typically fall to 38-42 mpg depending on driving style. As a mild-hybrid petrol, this Qashqai sits in insurance group 15-17 for the Tekna automatic, which is moderate for a family SUV of this size. Road tax (VED) is £180 per year for vehicles registered after April 2017 costing more than £40,000 new, though the Qashqai Tekna was below that threshold so standard rates of around £165-£180 apply.

Annual servicing at a main dealer tends to cost £250-£350 for an interim service and £350-£450 for a full service, with independent Nissan specialists typically charging 20-30% less. Brake pads and discs front and rear usually need replacing around 50,000-60,000 miles, so this example should still be on its original set. The CVT transmission requires fluid changes roughly every 60,000 miles at a cost of around £200, which is a future cost to budget for. Combined annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance typically fall in the £1,400-£1,700 range for a car of this type.

Given that the model-wide top MOT failure reasons are tyres and windscreen wipers, these should be the first items you check on any inspection. Measure the tread depth across all four tyres with a proper gauge — anything below 4mm suggests they have been used hard and may need replacing soon at a cost of £400-£600 for a full set of premium brand tyres. Check the windscreen for any stone chips, particularly in the driver's swept area, as a chip in the wrong place can lead to an MOT failure and a replacement screen costs around £350 fitted.

Inspect the bodywork carefully for parking dents and scratches, particularly on the white paint which shows every mark. The Qashqai's lower rear bumper is prone to scuffing from kerbing. On test drive, pay particular attention to the CVT automatic — when accelerating it should rise smoothly in revs without any juddering or whining. Listen for any clonking from the front suspension over speed bumps, as Qashqais of this era have been known to suffer from worn anti-roll bar bushings after 30,000 miles.

Inside, check that all the Tekna trim equipment works: the heated leather seats, panoramic roof, 360-degree camera, Apple CarPlay and the Around View Monitor. Test the climate control on both hot and cold settings, as the dual-zone system can develop actuator faults. Confirm the driver assistance systems (lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise) calibrate and function correctly, as sensor misalignment is a known issue after minor bumps.