Key facts
Most reliable
Nissan Leaf II (ZE1, 2017-2024)
Good choice, check first4.5/5
Least reliable
Extra caution2.5/5
Cheapest to buy
Extra cautionfrom €4,700
Cheapest to run
Nissan Leaf II (ZE1, 2017-2024)
Good choice, check first≈ €274/month
Used Nissan ranking
Good choice, check firstPhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Nissan X-Trail
2014–2022 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €391/month
Buy with carePhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Nissan Qashqai
2014–2021 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €407/month
Buy with carePhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Buy with carePhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Extra cautionPhoto: Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0
Nissan Qashqai
2007–2014 · Petrol, Diesel
- Estimated monthly cost
- €320/month
Nissan engines
Engines fitted to the Nissan models we analysed, from most to least reliable.
- Renault 0.9 TCe (H4Bt)
Petrol · 3 known faults
Good choice, check first4.0/5 - Renault-Nissan 1.6 dCi (R9M)
Diesel · 3 known faults
Good choice, check first4.0/5 - Renault-Nissan-Mercedes 1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ht, HR13DDT, M282)
Petrol · 3 known faults
Good choice4.0/5 - Renault-Nissan 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft, HRA2DDT)
Petrol · 2 known faults
Buy with care3.5/5 - Renault 1.5 dCi / Blue dCi (K9K)
Diesel · 4 known faults
Buy with care3.0/5
Nissan comparisons
Frequently asked questions
What is the most reliable used Nissan?
Among the models we analysed, the Nissan Leaf II (ZE1, 2017-2024) has the best reliability score: 4.5/5, calculated from its known, sourced faults.
Which used Nissan models should you avoid?
No model we analysed is rated "Avoid" or "Poor reliability". The lowest score is the Nissan Qashqai I (2.5/5): check its known faults before buying.
Which used Nissan should you buy on a small budget?
The Nissan Qashqai I is the cheapest to buy among the models we analysed: from €4,700 according to our price surveys. The lowest all-in monthly cost is the Nissan Leaf II (ZE1, 2017-2024): about €274 per month at 12,000 km a year.
Which Nissan engines are reliable?
Among the engines we analysed, the Renault 0.9 TCe (H4Bt) has the best reliability score (4.0/5) and the Renault 1.5 dCi / Blue dCi (K9K) the lowest (3.0/5).
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Nissan (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
