Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 (J10)
Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 has been produced from September, 2008 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 156 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 230 000 and 390 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more ...
This Nissan Qashqai 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100km (14.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Nissan real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Nissan Qashqai fuel consumption.

Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 technical data
Model: | Nissan Qashqai 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. September ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 159 g/km |
Power: | 115 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 156 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 (combined) 8.4 (urban) 5.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.32m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.61m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 200 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 7 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 410 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1520 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2072 kg |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 engine HR16DE
Engine reliability and common problems:
A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more oil, may have problems starting in cold weather.Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 200,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 5.9 litres (6.2 quarts) |
Power | 105 - 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 - 160 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 20 years |
Engine also used on | Nissan Almera Nissan Juke Nissan Note Nissan Micra and 5 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Nissan Qashqai crossover [2008 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi
Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 103 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 1.6
Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0
Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 Automatic Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 All-Mode 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 All-Mode Automatic 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic | All wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 dCi
Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10 seconds |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 dCi Automatic | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 dCi All-Mode 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Nissan Qashqai 2008 2.0 dCi All-Mode Automatic 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |