Subaru Forester e-Boxer vs Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD 7.6 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Power winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 196 hp Runner-up: 190 hp
Cargo winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer 508 L Runner-up: 504 L
Price winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer $33,995 Runner-up: $34,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer against the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.6 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed output at 196 hp; 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD is rated at 190 hp, a difference of 6 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD at 330 Nm and 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer at 252 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD has the lower recorded consumption at 5.4 L/100km; 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is listed at 7.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 508 litres versus 504 litres, a difference of 4 litres. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is 230 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the lower listed starting price at $33,995, compared with $34,200 for 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Subaru Forester e-Boxer2025 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.6 s7.6 s
Top Speed188 km/h170 km/h
Power196 hp190 hp
Torque252 Nm330 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank63 L55 L
Efficiency7 L/100km5.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions159 g/km123 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,655 mm4,425 mm
Ground Clearance220 mm180 mm
Cargo508 L504 L
Curb Weight1,660 kg1,680 kg
Towing1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.8 m11.1 m
Starting MSRP$33,995$34,200

Subaru Forester e-Boxer vs Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.6 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed top speed at 188 km/h (117 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has more power at 196 hp, a 6 hp advantage over 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has more listed cargo space at 508 litres (17.9 cu ft), versus 504 litres (17.8 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD is heavier at 1,680 kg (3,704 lb), while 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is listed at 1,660 kg (3,660 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $33,995 USD, compared with $34,200 USD for 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.