Nissan Qashqai vs Renault Kadjar vs Ford Kuga 2019 – See which is the best mid-size SUV

When it comes to the small and mid-size SUV markets, there’s so much competition it can be hard to decide which one is most suitable for you. That’s why we’ve pulled together three of the most popular choices to see which one you should go for!

Join me for my latest head-to-head as I put the Nissan Qashqai, Renault Kadjar and Ford Kuga through their paces. I’ll be reviewing their design, interior, practicality along with how they drive to find out which is the best mid-sized SUV available today!

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3:11 – Don't forget to vote for your favourite!

[johankoekemoer]

I bought the Qashqai and it is an awesome car. The driving experience is luxurious and the traction control in sharp higher speed corners makes it a dream to drive.

[nealya]

The Kugas boot floor can be made flat when the rear seat are down, by repositioning the floor onto the 3 protrusions at the rear of the back seats. This is what they are intended for.

[contagion]

Shame you didn’t mention the ST line has sport suspension.
That’s why it’s harder ride.

[micope]

I have drive all 3. All 3 are nice car to drive. I can only have automatic cos my problem with my left leg. Had Ford for 3 years and only get 38 mile per gallon! Now I'm on kadjar and get 55 mile per gallon.
Mate of my got Quahqai automatic only do 34 mile per gallon got same engine as my kadjar 1.5 automatic dci. I'm happy with kadjar so comfortable to drive.

[jrooney]

The one thing car reviewers never discuss is reliability record which is probably what most people car about most.

[magnuswalker]

A friend and I tested the rear seat space in my new kuga, and, there was loads of room for us to enjoy ourselves, 😏 it drives well and all his silly dislikes should not put you off what is a great car.

[jjmbiker]

Don't care what Matt says I can tell you in real terms as I have a a power chair and have tried all 3 cars and the kuga is the only one that I can fit the power chair in the back with the back seats left up
Plus you can lift the floor up to make it a flat load in the back

[wikusburger]

If you want to compare comfort, get a normal Kuga! Not a ST Line. My vote definitely goes to the Kuga. By the way... did you know that you can rest the boot floor on the 3 bumps at the bottom of the rear seats when you fold down the rear seats... Presto! a flat boot floor.

[MisterWrench]

My Dad has a 2016 Kuga (2.0 Petrol Turbo), and my car is a 2017 WRX.
I have never had issues when driving his Kuga.
Always felt it handles nicely, and is really easy to drive, and has more than enough power and torque.
I agree the dash is a bit weird, you soon get used to it.
As far as style goes, the Kuga is ridiculously better than the other two, especially that Renault. Can't believe that came out on top. I always have though French cars are weird looking.

[dasbose]

i drove those three models often because of my work and renting cars around Europe and for me, the best is the Kadjar and I got one, enjoying it.

[JJPODGaming]

People talking shit about the kuga but never drove one or even towed with it, they’re unbelievable on how stable they are

[MoAV]

Out of the trio, I would go for the Renault Kadjar because of it is spacious on the inside, flexible boot and great infotainment system. I would go for the petrol not diesel.

[lokironac]

Kadjar is the best option ! Space inside is fantastic, price is fantastic, best choice 100% !

[sylvainhoude]

Having tried all 3 in 2017 when we bought the first Kuga and now when we bought the second Kuga. The other 2 feel more like cheap plastic interior, The seats of the Nissan and Renault have a cheaper feel. When you hit a bump you feel that the Nissan and Renault are cheaper. Sorry but the Kuga is so much better.

[andreigrum]

With the latest updated Nissan Qashqai seems to be the best from the 3 cars. But how the car handles is also important and can also influence what we each choose.
A few comments on the Kuga though :
- This Kuga as ST line which is not fair to compare to both Nissan and Renault, as it has different bushings and other suspension parts then all other versions. This indeed makes the ride more firm and bumpy. This is why I went for the Titanium version and I guarantee is similar comfortable to Nissan Qashqai or Renault Kadjar, with better handling.
- Space in the back is reasonable decent and the seats are ok in terms of comfort. Plus the nice feature with the reclining back ( which also can give additional space in the back if needed )
- Boot is pretty big and the boot floor can be adjusted to overcome the ridge when you fold the seats .
- You always complain about the location of the lever to fold the back seats. ( in this video and many others) That is quite a good idea not to have them in the boot, but rather back next to the seats. I see most cars have them in the boot with the recent models. Let me give you an example : with hands free boot opening, there are times when you want to put something in the boot but don't want to open the it, either because it takes 1 min to open and close or you cant because of your parking position. So you can fold the seats down from the back door ( in the Kuga at least ) and reach into the boot space an grab or put something.
- I like the seating position in the KUGA where you don't see the front of the car. Most cars don't have this. But this is personal. Either way when you park, you use the sensors :P

[ChrisTaylor-unwv]

I have had two Renults and they have been amazing. My next car will be the Kadjar

[TheTwinPost]

To me the Qashqai looked the best out of the three and packs a decent performance... I'd take it

[AndrewBishop]

Will you be testing the new Kia Sportage 'hybrid' version when it comes out?

[tradearcservices]

Thanks for the review, I have just ordered the Kadjar - Stephen