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93-792: Nissan named the vehicle after the Qashqai people , who live in mountainous Central and Southwestern Iran. As of 2023, for the European and Australian market the Qashqai is positioned between the Juke and the X-Trail in Nissan's crossover SUV lineup with the latter sharing platform with the Qashqai. When the Renault–Nissan Alliance was formed in 1999, Nissan's new COO Carlos Ghosn instructed

186-504: A 187 hp (190 PS; 139 kW) electric motor, a power generator, and an inverter, making it a series hybrid with no plug-in capability. The facelifted Qashqai was revealed on 17 April 2024. Changes include redesigned headlights and taillights, a new front fascia inspired from the Ariya , new exterior colours can be optioned with satin chrome or gloss black elements, new alloy wheel designs, new seat designs, new interior materials,

279-588: A 2.0-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine (power: 141 hp and torque: 141 lb-ft) and Xtronic CVT combined with an electric motor (power: 40 hp) and lithium-ion battery, for a combined power of 176 hp. The lithium-ion battery is located below the thick flooring of the under floor cargo storage area. The X-Trail Hybrid is available in two trim levels, SV and SL, but the Nissan X-Trail Hybrid will not be available with third row seating (Family Package) and Divide-N-Hide@ Cargo System, due to

372-500: A 2.0-litre, 141 hp (143 PS; 105 kW) inline-four petrol engine paired with CVT. It was offered in three trim levels, which consists of S, SV, and SL. Both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive was offered. For the 2020 model year, the US-market Rogue Sport and Canadian Qashqai got a refresh with a new front bumper cover and hood, new headlights and tail lights along with new alloy wheels. It went on sale in

465-575: A 2.5-litre petrol engine with CVT. For the Malaysian market, the third generation X-Trail was launched in January 2015 with two variants: 2.0L 2WD (CVT) or 2.5L 4WD (CVT). Since launch, various editions have been made available namely Impul, Aero Edition and X-Tremer. All the various editions were/are sold alongside the regular X-Trail and like the regular X-Trail are available with either a 2.0L 2WD or 2.5L 4WD. In March 2019, bookings were opened for

558-462: A 6-speed manual or an Xtronic CVT-X transmission. All-wheel-drive is available for the 156 hp option with CVT. For the first time, the Qashqai range also includes the e-Power hybrid powertrain. The system uses the ICE engine as a generator of electricity and is not connected to the driven wheels. The system combines a 154 hp (156 PS; 115 kW) 1.5-liter variable-compression petrol engine with

651-501: A Nissan X-Trail Bonavista Edition commercial, featuring a Nissan dealer speaking in an incomprehensible Newfoundland accent . The commercial itself backfired when Bonavista Mayor Betty Fitzgerald claimed it had portrayed people in Bonavista as people who cannot speak properly. To further expose the commercial's lack of linguistic authenticity, CBC News reported the sales rep was played by an actor from Cape Breton . That commercial

744-405: A five star Euro NCAP safety rating – the best ever adult occupant score. Five engine choices were available: a 114 PS (84 kW; 112 bhp) 1.6 L or a 141 PS (104 kW; 139 bhp) 2.0 L petrol , while the 106 PS (78 kW; 105 bhp) 1.5 L, 130 PS (96 kW; 128 bhp) 1.6 L and 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) 2.0 L provide

837-624: A percentage of Almera from line 2. Production of the Qashqai+2, a seven-seat model, began at the UK plant in July 2008. Launched in October 2008, it is a larger variant of the standard model, with the wheelbase extended by 135 mm (5.3 in). The car's overall length is extended by 211 mm (8.3 in) to allow for a third row of seats, and roof height is increased by 38 mm (1.5 in) at

930-763: A rugged boxy look to a more urban-oriented crossover SUV design. The fourth-generation model, launched for 2021, introduced an e-Power series hybrid powertrain option. The T30 series X-Trail was unveiled at the September 2000 Paris Motor Show . It uses the Nissan MS/M&;S/FF-S platform , shared with the Almera and the Primera . It entered production in October 2000, and sales in Japan commenced in November. In

1023-692: A significant political force in Qajar Iran during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During World War I, they were influenced by the German consular official Wilhelm Wassmuss and sided with the German Empire . During World War II, the Qashgais attempted to organize resistance against the Anglo-Soviet invasion of Iran , receiving some ineffectual assistance from Nazi Germany in 1943 by

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1116-556: A special edition AWD X-Trail equipped with the SR20VET petrol turbocharged engine. Named the X-Trail GT , it was offered only in Japan. This was the first SR20 Nissan ever produced which paired their famous high-flowing VE head (Variable Valve Lift - "VVL") with a turbo ("DET" internals also), in a transverse engine mounting configuration with AWD. It was only offered with a 4-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel-drive, model code

1209-408: A wandering life and do not accumulate documents and archives. But in the evenings, around fires that are burning low, the elders will relate striking events, deeds of valour in which the tribes pride themselves. Thus the epic tale is told from father to son, down through the ages. The tribes of Central Asia were forced by wars, strife, upheavals, to abandon their steppes and seek new pasture grounds...so

1302-823: Is 20 mm (0.8 in) longer, and is based on the CMF-CD platform shared with the Nissan Rogue / X-Trail (T33) and Renault Austral . Since this generation, Nissan has stopped the use of the Rogue Sport name in the United States due to the discontinuation of the second-generation there, reverting to Qashqai globally. It is claimed to use more lightweight materials and advanced stamping and welding techniques in its construction to increase strength and reduce weight. The bonnet, front fenders and doors are made of aluminium and are 21 kg (46 lb) lighter, while

1395-768: Is PNT30. The X-Trail GT has restyled grille and larger front bumper design, which was later used on the international market X-Trail. On October 1, 2001, the St and Xt grades were added, followed by Stt and Xtt grades in October 2002. The facelifted X-Trail was released in Japan on June 9, 2003. In the United Kingdom, the first generation X-Trail was available in S, Sport and SE+ trim levels between launch and 2004. All models were equipped with full electric windows, electrically adjustable door mirrors (on SVE and T-Spec they were electrically folding also), climate control, single CD player, four airbags and remote central locking. There

1488-582: Is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Nissan since 2000. Since 2018, it is positioned between the Qashqai and the larger Murano . Since the third-generation model, the X-Trail became the same vehicle as the North American market Rogue . For the first time, the X-Trail became available with three-row seating as an option. It also marked a departure in terms of design from

1581-516: Is organised and controlled by the Kashkai Chief. The Tribes carefully avoid villages and towns such as Shiraz and Isfahan, lest their flocks, estimated at seven million head, might cause serious damage. The annual migration is the largest of any Persian tribe. It is difficult to give exact statistics, but we believe that the Tribes now number 400,000 men, women and children. The Qashqai were

1674-599: The 2014 Geneva Motor Show . Production of the third-generation model continues in China alongside its successor, and it is sold as Nissan X-Trail Honor by Dongfeng Nissan since 2021. Japanese sales commenced on December 11, 2013. Early models include MR20DD engine, and an option of two or three rows of seats. Variants include 20S, 20X, 20X Emergency Brake Package, 20X X-TREMER X and 20X Emergency Brake Package X-TREMER X. In April 2015, Nissan announced that an X-Trail hybrid with claimed fuel economy of 4.9 L/100 km

1767-749: The 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit , Michigan, Nissan revealed the North American version of the Qashqai to slot between the Juke and the Rogue. For the U.S, it was known as the Rogue Sport to tie it in with the popular Rogue nameplate. In Canada, the Qashqai kept its original name. Priced below the Rogue , the Rogue Sport replaces the Rogue Select, a version of the first-generation Nissan Rogue which has been discontinued from Nissan's lineup in

1860-621: The 37th Tokyo Motor Show in the following month. While not marketed in the U.S., the X-Trail was sold in Canada for model years 2005 and 2006, and in Mexico since 2003. In Japan, the X-Trail was equipped with the QR20DE petrol engine, which produces 140 PS (103 kW), and the SR20VET petrol turbocharged engine, which produces 280 PS (206 kW). In February 2001, Nissan launched

1953-859: The Eymur / Farsimadan . Smaller tribes include the Qaracha / Qarache'i , Rahimli / Rahimi and Safi-Khanli / Safi-Khani . Historically, the Turkic-speaking people are believed to have arrived in Iran from Central Asia from the 11th or 12th century onwards. Told to Marie-Tèrése Ullens by the Ilbeg Malek Mansur, brother of the Ilkhan , Nasser Khan, Chief of the Qashqa'i, in 1953: To survive, nomads have always been obliged to fight. They lead

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2046-631: The Geneva Motor Show in March 2007, and went on sale in Japan in August 2007, Europe in the third quarter of that year, and Australia and Mexico towards the end of the year. Slightly larger than the previous model, it is based on the Renault–Nissan C platform . The second generation was not sold in the United States and Canada, where it was instead replaced by the Rogue . In Japan, the X-Trail

2139-770: The Huns , the Visigoths , and before them the Aryans , had invaded India, Iran, Europe. The Turks, forsaking the regions where they had dwelt for centuries, started moving down through the Altai Mountains and Caspian depressions , establishing themselves eventually on the frontiers of the Iranian Empire and in Asia Minor. Though these versions differ, we believe that the arrival of our Tribes in Iran coincided with

2232-563: The M9R , a 2.0-litre turbocharged common rail diesel engine developed jointly with Renault. This was the first diesel X-Trail offered in the Japanese domestic market . The previous 2.2-litre dCI was replaced with two 2.0-litre dCI ( M9R ) versions, offering 150 and 177 PS (110 and 130 kW; 148 and 175 hp) respectively. The second generation was released in Malaysia in 2010, where it

2325-600: The Nissan Qashqai and Renault Koleos , the vehicle is a common successor for the second generation X-Trail and the Rogue that is offered in North America. It enables the model to be available in 190 countries around the globe, a projection Nissan made during its launch. It ditches the boxy SUV look in favour of an urban crossover look and softer lines inspired from the Hi-Cross Concept. Although

2418-640: The Nissan X-Trail / Rogue and Renault Kadjar . It went on sale in the UK in February 2014. The Qashqai J11 was awarded What Car? "Car of the Year" 2014. The Dualis nameplate has been discontinued in Japan, as the second generation Qashqai is not sold there. At the time, Nissan Japan instead offers the smaller Juke , and the third-generation X-Trail. The first generation model with the Dualis nameplate

2511-760: The Pahlavi dynasty ; However, for those who continue their migratory lifestyle, the Iranian government maintains and controls travel corridors for the Qashqai and their livestock , and other populations practicing pastoral migrations. The Qashqai are made up of five major tribes: the Amale (Qashqai) / Amaleh (Persian), the Dere-Shorlu / Darreh-Shuri , the Kashkollu / Kashkuli , the Shishbeyli / Sheshboluki and

2604-633: The diesel offerings. The first-generation Qashqai sold more than 1.24 million units in Europe during its seven year production run. From the UK, the first-generation Qashqai was also exported to the Middle East and other overseas markets. Nissan considered releasing the Chinese version as the CCUV (Compact Crossover Utility Vehicle). In Australia, the first-generation Qashqai carries the name Dualis from

2697-521: The "Tokyo Edition 250X". It is powered by the same 2.0L QR20DE now with CVTC paired to a standard 4-speed automatic transmission. It came with redesigned interior and grille, new colour options, chrome door handles, Kenwood MP3 ready audio system, leather seats, automatic climate control and unique body stripes. The T30 X-Trail continued to be sold with 2.0L engine alongside the T31 X-Trail with 2.5L engine until 2014. In 2006, Nissan Canada launched

2790-521: The Australian spec engine was detuned to 123 kW (165 hp). Also available is the QR20DE four-cylinder engine, producing 103 kW (138 hp) or 110 kW (150 hp) with manual or automatic transmission . The best-selling engine option in the United Kingdom is the YD22DDTi , a 2.2-litre turbocharged common rail diesel. The second generation X-Trail had its public debut at

2883-482: The Dongfeng-Fengdu sub-brand of Dongfeng Motor Corporation . In March 2015, the model went on sale in China with 4WD and 2WD models available. The 2.0-litre MR20DE engine is standard along with a 6-speed manual or CVT gearbox. Trim levels are Standard, Excellence and Premium. The third generation X-Trail was unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show . Based on an all-new CMF-CD platform shared with

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2976-422: The European market and presented the production Qashqai in 2006. First unveiled as a concept vehicle at the 2004 Geneva Motor Show , the first-generation Qashqai was globally presented at the 2006 Paris Motor Show . It went on sale in February 2007, and Nissan aimed for more than 100,000 sales a year. Codenamed P32L, Nissan said the car would cater to buyers who want a more dynamic design, but are not attracted to

3069-541: The Japanese market because Nissan worried Qashqai could be pronounced " cash cow ". The press has often used that pun to describe the sales success of the model. The Qashqai has been built at the Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMUK) plant in Sunderland , Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom, since December 2006. It occupied the production line previously used to assemble the Primera on Line 1 and

3162-548: The Kashkuli khans supported the British in their struggle against Ṣowlat-al-Dowla (Iyl-khan) and the German agent, Wilhelm Wassmuss. After the war, Ṣowlat-al-Dowla punished the Kashkuli. He dismissed the Kashkuli leaders who had opposed him and "deliberately set out to break up and impoverish the Kashkuli tribe". Two sections of the tribe, which consisted of elements which had been loyal to Ṣowlat-al-Dowla, were then separated from

3255-522: The Nissan X-Trail with a major design difference in the front end compared to the international version to fit the taste of the Taiwanese market. The design was done by Yulon Asia Technical Center under Yulon-Nissan Motors. The model was sold until 2006, when it received a minor facelift with new front bumper, grilles, headlamps, and LED tail lamps. Due to the late facelift, Yulon-Nissan skipped

3348-550: The Primera from the UK market due to low sales. This left Nissan with no direct successor to the Almera or Primera on the UK market, with the "supermini MPV" Note being sold as an indirect successor to the Almera, and the Qashqai as a successor to the Primera. This move was seen as controversial, but in time appears to have paid off as the Qashqai has proved a major sales success in the UK, with more than 39,000 sales in 2010 making it

3441-469: The Qashqai and Qashqai+2. The system uses a set of external cameras to create a 360 degree "bird's eye" view of the car to help with parking manoeuvres. The driver can also focus individually on front, rear or passenger cameras to look out for a particular obstacle. The Japanese domestic market Dualis was offered in 2.0 G, 2.0 S, 2.0 G Four, and 2.0 S Four trim levels. All models are powered by 2.0-litre MR20DE engine matched to six-speed Xtronic CVT. The Dualis

3534-433: The Qashqai name to distinguish the model from Dualis grey imports, which were shipped from Japan before the official release. The New Zealand spec Qashqai was then sourced from the UK plant from August 2009. As of 2016 the range consisted of three specification levels: ST, ST-L and Ti, all with 2WD 2.0L MR20DE CVT. A TS model (1.6 diesel) was also available. The Qashqai+2 was added to the range in July 2010 but discontinued with

3627-466: The Qashqai". The policy of forced sedentarization of the nomadic tribes pursued by Reza Shah Pahlavi (1304–20 SH./1925-41) resulted in the loss of 80–90 percent of the Dareshuri horses, but the tribe made a recovery after World War II. Reza Shah Pahlavi also executed Hossein khan Darehshouri the head of Darehshouri family in order to take back the control of the Fars province which was controlled by Darehshouri tribe during Ghajar empire. During World War I,

3720-464: The Rogue Sport in the US, instead grouping them together with the Rogue . Qashqai people Qashqai people (pronounced [ɢæʃɢɒːˈjiː] ; Persian : قشقایی ; Kaşkayı in Turkish) are a Turkic tribal confederation in Iran . Almost all of them speak a Western Turkic (Oghuz) language known as the Qashqai language — which they call "Turkī" — as well as Persian (the national language of Iran) in formal use. The Qashqai mainly live in

3813-441: The Russian market entirely, selling its factory for 1 Euro. In May 2016, South Korea 's environment ministry alleged Nissan used a so-called defeat device in Qashqai with diesel engines to turn off its exhaust reduction system under regular driving temperatures. It fined Nissan and ordered a recall of models with Euro 6 engines. Nissan tried to sue the South Korean government but lost the court case. The South Korean regulator tested

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3906-595: The SL trim levels without the Premium Package offers Halogen Headlamps with LED daytime running lights , and LED taillights are available on all trim levels. The 2.5L engine with 170 hp carries over from the previous model. The new X-Trail went on sale in October 2016, and also has exterior and interior colours. A hybrid version of the vehicle premiered in January 2017 for the 2017 model year. The 2017 model year hybrid features regenerative braking, pure drive hybrid emblems, energy monitor, hybrid battery status, under floor storage area replacing Divide-N-Hide@ Cargo System,

3999-442: The UK to reach a half million units. On 27 October 2016, Nissan announced that the facelifted Qashqai J11 would be produced at the UK plant. The facelifted Qashqai was unveiled at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show . The facelift version only went on sale in the United States (as the Nissan Rogue Sport ) beginning with the 2020 model year. In July 2015, Nissan announced a smaller counterpart of the Rogue to be marketed in North America. At

4092-423: The United Kingdom and Australia, the X-Trail was launched in October 2001. In June 2003, Nissan gave the car an interior and exterior facelift, while also upgrading the 2.2-litre turbo-diesels with a variable turbocharger (2.2 DCi rather than the earlier 2.2 Di), producing 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) instead of the original 114 PS (84 kW; 112 hp). The external differences were slight, although

4185-400: The United States since 2015. The Rogue Sport went on sale in the United States in the spring of 2017 for the 2017 model year. Due to the significant differences in regulation between the U.S. and Europe, Nissan's UK plant did not produce the Rogue Sport. Instead, the North American market Rogue Sport/Qashqai were sourced from Japan. The US-market Rogue Sport and Canadian Qashqai is powered by

4278-702: The X-Trail was available in standard ST, mid spec ST-S, high spec Ti and luxury spec Ti-L, with limited editions ST-X, ST-R, ST-S 40th anniversary models. All models were equipped with full electric windows, electric mirrors (electric folding on Ti-L), single CD player, two airbags and remote central locking. ST-S adds ST on sunroof and 16" alloy wheels. Ti adds ST on climate control, six disk CD player, fog lamps and 16" alloy wheels, and Ti-L adds Ti on leather and electric seats, sunroof, and optional DVD player. Limited edition ST-R adds ST on light emitting roof racks, with ST-S 40th Anniversary adding fog lamps to original ST-S. In 2003, Taiwanese Nissan distributor Yulon launched

4371-523: The Zul-Qadr governor of Fars, in a revolt against Shah Abbas I. The population of the Farsimadan was estimated by Afshaar-Sistaani at 2,715 families or 12,394 individuals, in 1982. The Qashqai are pastoral nomads who rely on small-scale cultivation and shepherding. Traditional dress includes the use of decorated short tunics, wide-legged pants, and headscarves worn by women. The Qashqai are renowned for their pile carpets and other woven wool products. They are sometimes referred to as "Shiraz" because Shiraz

4464-537: The base 1.2-litre turbo variant which is mated with a six-speed manual gearbox. When the next generation Qashqai went on sale in 2023, it remained on sale alongside it as the Qashqai Classic, before being facelifted again as the Qashqai Glory. Since 2014, the second-generation Qashqai was assembled in Nissan's Russian plant in Saint Petersburg in order to free up some production capacity in the UK plant and avoid import tariffs. Nissan stopped assembling Qashqai at their St. Petersburg plant from March 2022 and went on to exit

4557-533: The company reaffirmed its commitment to manufacture the new Qashqai for 2020 at the plant in the United Kingdom. Both Nissan and British officials confirmed that no jobs would be lost due to the modified arrangement, which will see production of the X-Trail moved to Kyushu . Assembly of the X-Trail in Indonesia ended in February 2019 and replaced with an imported version from Japan, followed by Thailand which halted production in September 2020 without any replacement. The fourth-generation X-Trail, designated under

4650-434: The company to transform its product portfolio in Europe. The C-segment Almera , a slow-seller in Europe became its primary focus. In early 2002, 25 European Nissan engineers travelled to the brand’s technical centre in Japan to start of a 12-month project to develop the successor of the Almera. It was projected to be larger car to compete with the SEAT Altea and Volkswagen Golf Plus . In December 2002, Nissan concluded that

4743-512: The conquests of Genghis Khan , in the thirteenth century. Soon after, our ancestors established themselves on the slopes of the Caucasus. We are descendants of the "Tribe of the Ak Koyunlu" the "Tribe of the White Sheep" famed for being the only tribe in history capable of inflicting a defeat on Tamerlane . For centuries we dwelt on the lands surrounding Ardebil , but, in the first half of the sixteenth century we settled in southern Persia, Shah Ismail having asked our warriors to defend this part of

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4836-402: The country against the intrusions of the Portuguese. Thus, our Tribes came to the Province of Fars , near the Persian Gulf, and are still only separated from it by a ridge of mountains, the Makran . The yearly migrations of the Kashkai, seeking fresh pastures, drive them from the south to the north, where they move to their summer quarters " Yailaq " in the high mountains; and from the north to

4929-516: The emissions of 20 diesel vehicles after the VW diesel scandal and found the Qashqai to be the only one that failed the tests. In the UK, the Qashqai diesel model was found to emit up to 18 times more nitrogen oxides than the official EU lab-based test allowed. The third-generation Qashqai was announced and released on 18 February 2021. The vehicle is slightly larger than before, being 35 mm (1.4 in) longer, 32 mm (1.3 in) wider and 25 mm (1.0 in) taller, while its wheelbase

5022-615: The facelifted X-Trail with a media preview happening in the same month as well. The facelifted X-Trail was available in Malaysia beginning in April 2019, and was available in four variants: 2.0 2WD, 2.0 2WD Mid, 2.5 4WD, and 2.0 Hybrid. All variants were only available with CVT. Australian models went on sale in March 2014 with both petrol and diesel variants: ST 2.0 2WD 6-speed Manual, ST, ST-L and Ti 2.5 CVT and TS 1.6 dCi 2WD CVT, TS 1.6 dCi 4WD CVT, TL 1.6 dCi 2WD CVT and TL 1.6 dCi 4WD 6-speed manual. On ST and ST-L 2.5, third row seats are available. European models went on sale in July 2014, with

5115-434: The fall of 2019. Production of the Rogue Sport ended in December 2022, making 2022 the final model year for the US. In Canada, the Qashqai continues to the 2023 model year. Dongfeng Nissan started marketing locally produced Qashqai in the Chinese market since 2015. Engine options available were 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol and 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol. All models are mated with Nissan's Xtronic CVT, except for

5208-403: The fine quality of their rugs and trappings". The Farsimadan claim that they are of Ḵhalaj origin, and that, before moving to southern Persia, they dwelled in Ḵalajestan, a region southwest of Tehran. The tribe was already in Fars by the late 16th century, for it is known that in October 1590 their leader, Abul-Qasem Beyg and some of his followers were punished for having sided with Yaqub Khan

5301-424: The following gasoline powered four-cylinder engines: For Qashqai For Qashqai+2 On 13 September 2012, Nissan recalled 51,000 cars worldwide to investigate a reported steering wheel problem. It affected the Qashqai, Qashqai+2 and NV200 models. The Qashqai J11 was introduced in London on 7 November 2013 at a worldwide streamed launch. The vehicle is larger and based on an all-new CMF-CD platform shared with

5394-441: The grille and the bumpers were redesigned and the Nissan logo was updated to the latest design. The X-Trail's All-Mode 4x4 transmission transfer case enables the driver to select between 2WD , 4WD or 4WD Lock through an electronic switch on the dashboard . Nissan offered a hydrogen fuel cell model named the X-Trail FCV on lease to businesses. It was unveiled at the 60th Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2003, followed by

5487-529: The household of the Ilkhani, or paramount chief; recruited from all the Qashqai tribes they constituted the Ilkhani's bodyguard and retinue. By 1956, the Amaleh tribe comprised as many as 6,000 families. The Dareshuri are said to have joined the Qashqai tribal confederation during the reign of Karim Khan Zand (1163-93/1750-79). According to Persian government statistics, there were about 5,169 Dareshuri families, or 27,396 individuals, in 1360 sh./1981. The Dareshuri were "the greatest horse-breeders and owners among

5580-602: The infotainment system uses Google built-in services, an updated Around View Monitor feature with a front camera viewing angle of 200-degrees, and a new Driver Assist Custom Mode feature allows drivers to preference certain safety features. There is a new N-Design grade for the facelifted range. The UK-made Qashqai in its most basic Latin American market configuration with 6 airbags, airbag switch, load limiters, UN127, ESC , ISA , and full SBR received 5 stars from Latin NCAP in 2022 under its new protocol (similar to Euro NCAP 2014). Nissan does not provide exact sales figures for

5673-419: The large, traditionally upright nature of an SUV. The car slots below the X-Trail in the Nissan range and partially replaces the conventional Primera and the smaller Almera . It is the first model to be styled by Nissan Design Europe in London, with engineering development led by Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) in Cranfield , Bedfordshire. The Qashqai uses the same platform as the X-Trail. It received

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5766-541: The lithium-ion battery positioned under the boot. On 27 October 2016, Nissan Motor Corporation announced the production of the next X-Trail at NMUK . In February 2019, these plans were cancelled, with production planned to remain in Japan, citing concerns about Brexit related uncertainty. The declining popularity of diesel cars was another factor. Nissan's Sunderland plant in the United Kingdom has been in operation since 1986, and has around 7,000 employees. Sunderland will continue to manufacture several Nissan models and

5859-399: The lower cargo floor and redesigned suspension. The base engine option is the mild hybrid 1.3-litre four-cylinder DIG-T turbocharged petrol engine which makes 138 hp (140 PS; 103 kW) at 5500 rpm with 220 N⋅m (162 lbf⋅ft) at 1500–3500 rpm and 157 hp (159 PS; 117 kW) with 270 N⋅m (199 lbf⋅ft) at 1800–3500 rpm. It is paired to either

5952-408: The main body of the tribe and given the status of independent tribes, becoming the Kashkuli Kuchak ("Little Kashkuli") and Qarachahi tribes. The remaining tribe became known as the Kashkuli Bozorg ("Big Kashkuli") tribe. The Kashkuli Bozorg tribe comprised 4,862 households in 1963. As Oliver Garrod observed, the Kashkuli Bozorg are "especially noted for their Jajims , or tartan woolen blankets, and for

6045-438: The means of Operation ANTON , which (along with Operation FRANZ ) proved a complete failure. In 1945–1946 there was a major rebellion of a number of tribal confederacies, including the Qashgais, who fought valiantly until the invading Russians were repelled. The Qashgais revolted during 1962–1964 due to the land reforms of the White Revolution . The revolt was put down and within a few years many Qashqais had settled. Most of

6138-412: The model code T33, was unveiled on 19 April 2021 at the Auto Shanghai in China and went on sale on the same day, nearly a year after its Rogue counterpart was launched in North America in June 2020. The T33 X-Trail is 15 mm (0.6 in) taller, 20 mm (0.8 in) wider, 10 mm (0.4 in) shorter in length while the wheelbase is unchanged from the previous generation. The boot capacity

6231-412: The new Nissan X-Trail has a larger surface area than the outgoing car, Nissan says weight has been reduced wherever possible. It features a tailgate dominated by plastic which saves 7 kg. Aerodynamics have also benefited from carefully shaped door mirrors as well as a spoiler that covers the exhaust box and rear panel. The vehicle was also subsequently unveiled the 43rd Tokyo Motor Show 2013 , and

6324-401: The new model launch in 2014. The updated X-Trail (Rogue in United States), released at about the same time, became the only seven-seater option. The Qashqai has been made at the plant in Sunderland , England, since December 2006, occupying the production line previously occupied by the Nissan Primera on Line 1 and a percentage of Almera from line 2. Its launch coincided with the withdrawal of

6417-408: The only engine available being a Renault-sourced 1.6 dCi R9M diesel engine with CVT or 6-speed manual. For 2017, the Nissan X-Trail has been facelifted, with restyled headlights and tail lights which includes, restyled twin LED projector headlamps with High intensity discharge and LED Daytime Running Lights, which is now offered on SL trim levels with the Premium Package, while S, SV trim levels, and

6510-414: The planned C-segment model would not be as profitable and competitive as was required. The development team eventually proposed the idea of a "mini- Murano " type of vehicle smaller than the X-Trail that would be positioned to compete with C-segment hatchback and saloons. The development was focused on creating a European-oriented vehicle with the desirability, practicality and versatility of an SUV but with

6603-500: The previous 2.0 dCi. Peak power was down from 110 kW (148 bhp; 150 PS) to 96 kW (129 bhp; 131 PS), but there is the same 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) of torque, available at 1750 rpm, rather than 2000 rpm. Nissan has not released full performance figures, but says the 1.6 dCi has a quicker 50–80 km/h (31–50 mph) acceleration figure than the 2.0 dCi. Nissan has also added its Around View Monitor as standard equipment for 360 (replaces N-tec) versions of

6696-520: The provinces of Fars , Khuzestan , Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad , Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari , Bushehr and southern Isfahan , especially around the cities of Shiraz and Firuzabad in Fars. The majority of Qashqai people were originally nomadic pastoralists and some remain so today. The traditional nomadic Qashqai traveled with their flocks twice yearly between the summer highland pastures north of Shiraz roughly 480 km or 300 miles south and

6789-416: The rear now includes LED tail lights. Modifications to the interior include a new instrument panel layout for the vehicle's drive computer, better soundproofing and minor storage additions. In the European market, electronic stability control became standard across the range and two new exterior colours have been added. An "eco-friendly" Pure Drive variant was also introduced. A new 1.6 dCi engine replaces

6882-533: The rear. The chassis is unique from the A-pillar back, while trim and engine models remain identical to the standard Qashqai. The Qashqai+2 was discontinued in 2013, and replaced by the T32 X-Trail with a seven-seat configuration. In December 2009, Nissan announced a refreshed version of the first-generation Qashqai, which went on sale in March 2010. The model's front end has been completely restyled, while

6975-592: The same as the pre-facelift model. It was also launched in Thailand in February 2019 where consumers had the choice between several variants powered by either a 2.5-litre petrol engine or a 2.0-litre hybrid powertrain. The facelifted X-Trail was also launched in Indonesia on 18 July 2019 at the 27th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show , and went on sale in August 2019. It is only available in VL trim and powered by

7068-602: The second generation X-Trail and continued the production of the facelifted Taiwanese Nissan X-Trail until 2008 and was replaced by the American imported first-generation Rogue . The X-Trail nameplate did not return until 2015 when the third generation Nissan X-Trail returned and continued to be domestically produced in Taiwan. In the Philippines, Nissan Motors launched the X-Trail in 2003. The only available trim that time

7161-593: The size, driving dynamics and running costs of a family hatchback. While engineering work was done by Nissan's European Technical Centre (NTCE), a design proposal was put forward by Nissan Design Europe (NDE), which became the 2004 Qashqai concept. During final development, Nissan decided the Qashqai would serve as a replacement for both the Almera in the C-segment and Primera in the D-segment. Nissan selected Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK as its manufacturing plant for

7254-677: The south, to their winter quarters, " Qishlaq ". In summer, the Kashkai flocks graze on the slopes of the Kuh-è-Dinar; a group of mountains from 12,000 to 15,000 feet, that are part of the Zagros chain. In autumn the Kashkai break camp, and by stages leave the highlands. They winter in the warmer regions near Firuzabad, Kazerun, Jerrè, Farashband, on the banks of the river Mound, till, in April, they start once more on their yearly trek. The migration

7347-473: The tailgate is made from composites and saves 2.3 kg (5.1 lb). For better visibility, Nissan engineered a thinner A-pillar design and the mounting of the wing mirrors on the doors instead of the A-pillar. Rear knee room for passengers has grown by 28 mm (1.1 in) to 608 mm (23.9 in), while headroom has increased by 15 mm (0.6 in). The boot is also 50 litres larger due to

7440-694: The tenth best selling new car in Britain – the first Nissan to make the top ten in Britain since the Sunny in 1983. In 2010, Nissan was considering whether to introduce the Nissan Tiida to Europe, it having already directly replaced the Almera in other markets. In 2012, the Qashqai's sixth year on sale in the UK, sales exceeded 45,000 to make it the sixth best selling car there that year. The Qashqai and Qashqai+2 (seven seat version) were available in Russia with

7533-577: The tribal leaders were sent to exile. After the Iranian Revolution of 1979, the living leader, Khosrow Khan Qashqai, returned to Iran from exile in the United States and Germany. The Qashqai tribal confederation consists of five major tribes, including the Dareshuri, Farsimadan, Sheshboluki, Amaleh, and Kashkuli. People of the Amaleh tribe were originally warriors and workmen attached to

7626-460: The winter pastures on lower (and warmer) lands near the Persian Gulf , to the southwest of Shiraz. The majority, however, have now become partially or wholly sedentary . The trend towards settlement has been increasing markedly since the 1960s under government pressure, and encouragement, which has built housing for those willing to settle, starting in the early 20th century during the reign of

7719-579: Was also a Fat Face special edition in 2005, only for the United Kingdom, which was based on the Sports. They made 1,998 of them to celebrate the year Fat Face was set up. The trim levels were then revised to SE, Sport, SVE and T-Spec. By 2006 Nissan had narrowed and revised the trim line up to just three variants, SE (£16,825), Columbia (£20,345), and top-grade Aventura (£22,345) coming with heated and electrically operated front seats, leather upholstery, satellite navigation, and xenon headlights. In Australia,

7812-482: Was also launched in Thailand in November 2014 and it is manufactured in Samut Prakan, Thailand for Thai domestic demand. In the Philippines, the third generation X-Trail was launched on 19 September 2014 during the 5th Philippine International Motor Show and is offered in two variants; 2.0L 2WD CVT and 2.5L 4WD CVT. The facelifted X-Trail was launched in the Philippines in September 2017. Engine choices remained

7905-533: Was coming to Japan. Chinese models went on sale in the end of March 2014. On September 12, 2014, prior to the 22nd Indonesia International Motor Show , Nissan Motor Indonesia launched the third generation Nissan X-Trail. It is only available with three rows of seats at the time. It is manufactured in Purwakarta, Indonesia for domestic demand. The hybrid was unveiled at 23rd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show and available only via special order. It

7998-484: Was discontinued in Japan on 31 March 2014, after which the Juke was the only Nissan's mini SUV still produced and sold in Japan until 2019. In some Middle Eastern markets, the first-generation Qashqai was offered in S, SE and LE, Standard on all trims is the 2.0-litre 106 kW (142 bhp) MR20DE engine with CVT. The Qashqai was introduced to New Zealand in May 2009, initially sourced from Japan. Nissan New Zealand used

8091-452: Was fully imported from Indonesia. Only one variant was made available, which consisted of the MR20DE engine paired to a CVT transmission. A facelifted second generation was released in Japan in July 2010. The Nissan X-Trail Platinum, with special features not seen on any other X-Trail, was released in a limited run of 200 vehicles for the United Kingdom in January 2012. The facelift version

8184-445: Was initially offered with two engines, a 2.5 petrol and a 2.0 petrol powered by a CVT transmission and a 6-speed manual mode for the 2.5 engines. There were two trims available, the entry level S and top-of-the-line X model. The X-Trail GT SR20VET petrol turbocharged engine was not offered in the second generation X-Trail, due to the 2005 Japan vehicle emissions control. In September 2008, the 20GT became available in Japan, equipped with

8277-534: Was made available in Malaysia in April 2013. The second generation was replaced in October 2013, when the third generation X-Trail was unveiled in Japan. Only petrol engine variants were initially offered for Japan, with the diesel-engined second generation continuing to be available for the domestic market. The Dongfeng Fengdu MX6 is a rebadged version of the X-Trail T31, featuring restyled front and rear bumpers produced by Zhengzhou-Nissan, and branded under

8370-587: Was parodied by a local car dealer in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador , in a radio advert that takes shots at Ontario marketing companies and Premier Dalton McGuinty 's "nondescript" personality. Available only in the Japanese market is the SR20VET that produces 206 kW (276 hp) and is used in the X-Trail GT. The Australian model is powered by a QR25DE 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine initially producing 132 kW (177 hp). From January 2006,

8463-474: Was sold alongside the newer model, which has borne the Qashqai name in Australia since July 2014. Globally, it was available in 1.6-litre petrol and turbo-diesel engines, 1.5-litre turbo-diesel, 1.2-litre petrol turbocharged engine and 2.0-litre petrol engine. In September 2015, Nissan rolled a record-breaking 500,000th Qashqai off the production line at the UK plant, the fastest time for a vehicle built in

8556-655: Was the "200X". It is powered by Nissan's 2.0L QR20DE inline-four engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. It featured fabric upholstery, remote keyless entry, a roof rail, 2DIN 6 CD with 4 speakers audio system, immobilizer, & collapsible steering column. By 2004, Nissan introduced an all-new trim the "250X". The "250X" is now powered by Nissan's 2.5L QR25DE engine mated to a standard 4-speed automatic transmission. It received redesigned 16-inch rims, baby fender mirror, rear spoiler (4x2 variant only), MP3 ready with 6 speaker audio system, angel-eye foglights, among other features. In 2007, Nissan introduced another new trim

8649-517: Was the major marketplace for them in the past. The wool produced in the mountains and valleys near Shiraz is exceptionally soft and beautiful and takes a deeper color than wool from other parts of Iran. Qashqai carpets have been said to be "probably the most famous of all Persian tribal weavings". Qashqai saddlebags, adorned with colorful geometric designs, "are superior to any others made". Nissan X-Trail#T32 The Nissan X-Trail ( Japanese : 日産・エクストレイル , Hepburn : Nissan Ekusutoreiru )

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