Nissan Qashqai vs Skoda Enyaq
What's the difference?

Nissan Qashqai

$34,665 - $54,365

2026 price

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Skoda Enyaq

$50,990 - $77,590

2026 price

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Summary

2026 Nissan Qashqai

2026 Skoda Enyaq

By Byron Mathioudakis

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 3, 1.5L

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Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

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Fuel Efficiency

4.1L/100km (combined)

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Seating

Likes

Attractive design inside and out
Strong yet frugal hybrid performance
Athletic, confident dynamics

Keen pricing and long warranty
Brilliant packaging
Premium dynamic refinement

Dislikes

Requires 95 RON premium unleaded
No spare wheel in Ti-L e-Power
Getting up there in price

No spare tyre, just a repair kit
Some tyre noise intrusion
Ride on 20” wheels can be a bit firm

2026 Nissan Qashqai Summary

If you think you know Nissan and haven’t driven one of its impressive e-Power models, you might be in for a surprise.

Be it the latest-generation X-Trail from Japan or the related smaller Qashqai out of the UK, this plugless petrol-electric hybrid powertrain is one of the best crossovers at any price point.

Now, barely a year after the facelift appeared in Australia, the Qashqai scores another round of changes.

We take a close look at the up-spec Ti-L to see if they make one of the best small SUVs even better (or worse).

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2026 Skoda Enyaq Summary

Something important has shifted.

This is the Skoda Enyaq facelift. Yes, it’s been barely a year since the original finally launched in Australia, after endless delays, in September 2024. And they’ve already gone and changed it.

Yet there’s more going on here than merely updating an ageing mid-sized SUV electric vehicle (EV), because Volkswagen’s Czechian brand is rediscovering its roots. The era of the $40K supermini seems to be passing.

And that’s terrific news for buyers and likely terrifying news for rivals like the BYD Sealion 7, Kia EV5 and Tesla Model Y.

Welcome, then, to the 2026 Enyaq Series II. Does sharper pricing stand for ‘Extra Value’ in this family-focused EV? Let’s find out.

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2026 Nissan Qashqai 2026 Skoda Enyaq

Verdict

Now e-Power-only, the 2026 Qashqai Ti-L range walks a fine line between mainstream value-for-money and premium European class, providing an attractive, enjoyable and comfortable small SUV experience that also doubles up as a capable and practical family car.

We’d probably ditch this grade for either the Ti below and save a bit of money in the process, or stretch a little more for the flagship N-Design, as both provide the peace of mind of a spare wheel.

Otherwise, for its economy, agility, luxury and smarts, the latest Qashqai Ti-L e-Power is a wildly underrated Nissan that deserves more love.

Verdict

The Enyaq facelift is a big deal, and hopefully the start of a fresh era for Skoda, marking a long-overdue return to brand values. Its first Toyota RAV4-sized family EV SUV nails it for value, functionality, comfort, ease, driving enjoyment, efficiency and even the overall ownership experience.

We have yet to drive the base 60 Select with that headline low price so cannot make a definitive call, but the more-expensive 85 Sportline proves Skoda is taking the family EV very, very seriously. Consumers considering a BYD Sealion 7, Kia EV5 or Tesla Model Y would do themselves a disservice to not check out the Enyaq first. The most convincing Skoda in years.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Nissan Qashqai vs Skoda Enyaq What's the difference?

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Nissan Qashqai vs Skoda Enyaq
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