2024 NISSAN QASHQAI E-POWER, VICTORIAN UTE TAX & CHRIS HARRIS ON AUSSIE CARS | THE CAREXPERT PODCAST

EV Channels Review

The CarExpert Podcast discusses Nissan's innovative e-Power hybrid system in the 2024 Qashqai, highlighting its unique series-hybrid approach where an electric motor exclusively drives the wheels, while a petrol engine acts as a generator. Reviewers praise its EV-like driving experience and impressive fuel economy, achieving 5.4L/100km, comparable to or better than rivals like the RAV4. The system offers smooth, consistent acceleration and refinement, even surpassing the larger X-Trail in this regard, thanks to active sound cancellation. While the e-Power Qashqai is lauded as the best version, its higher price point (4,000 AUD more than petrol variants) and current availability only in top-spec are noted as drawbacks, positioning it against higher-spec competitors. The podcast also touches on the controversial 'ute tax' proposed by Yara City Council, criticizing its lack of clear definition and potential for unfair application, and briefly mentions the upcoming Volkswagen ID.3 GTX.