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Mazda CX-30 vs Nissan Qashqai — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Mazda CX-30 and the Nissan Qashqai: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 309,000 vs MAD 309,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Mazda CX-30 | Nissan Qashqai |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Mazda | Nissan |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 150 ch | 190 ch |
| Consumption | 6.4 L/100 km | 5.3 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 309,000 | MAD 309,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 369,000 | MAD 419,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Mazda CX-30
Pros
- SkyActiv-X engine — Mazda's unique compression-ignition technology
- Most accomplished Kodo design in the MA B-SUV class
- More upmarket cabin than CX-3 (materials + 8.8" screen)
- 175 mm ground clearance — useful in rural zones and over speed humps
- Very smooth 6AT SkyActiv-Drive, Japanese quality
Watch-outs
- High price for upper B-SUV — Yaris Cross HEV 60k MAD cheaper in hybrid
- SkyActiv-X engine noisy under climbing rpm (Atkinson cycle characteristic)
- No 4WD or full-hybrid version in the MA catalogue
Nissan Qashqai
Pros
- Qashqai e-POWER: EV feel without charging-station constraint (5.3 L/100 km)
- Historic segment best-seller in Morocco — ~62% resale at 3 years
- 3-year/100,000 km warranty + optional 5-year/200,000 km extension
- Auto Nejma network 30+ points — one of MA's densest
- 504 L boot (684 L on Tekna with under-floor storage) — solid
Watch-outs
- e-POWER noisy at full load on motorway (generator runs high)
- No 4WD or plug-in hybrid PHEV version in the MA catalogue
- Tekna+ e-POWER price exceeds 410k — enters RAV4 Hybrid territory
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Frequently asked — Mazda CX-30 vs Nissan Qashqai
Mazda CX-30 or Nissan Qashqai: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Nissan Qashqai (entry MAD 309,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Mazda CX-30 and the Nissan Qashqai?
The Mazda CX-30 starts at MAD 309,000 versus MAD 309,000 for the Nissan Qashqai, a 0% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Mazda CX-30 and Nissan Qashqai be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.