Many engines in the Nissan Qashqai have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. These usually never need to be replaced. On this page you will find a list of Nissan Qashqai engines that have a cam chain.
You will also find information about which engines that have a timing belt.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2007 to 2021.
The timing chains in Nissan Qashqai are known to last very well as long as service and oil changes are handled.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
This can occur if, for example, the car has not been serviced properly.
If you are considering buying a used Nissan Qashqai, make sure that the oil changes are made according to the car’s interval.
Nissan Qashqai engines with a timing chain
Here you will find different engines in Nissan Qashqai that have a timing chain. I have divided the information into different tables according to each generation and model year.
Nissan Qashqai 2007 – 2010
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2007 and 2010.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 2007 – 2010 | 114 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 2007 – 2010 | 141 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 4×4 2007 – 2010 | 141 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi DPF 2007 – 2010 | 103 hp | Timing belt |
Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi 2007 – 2010 | 106 hp | Timing belt |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi 2007 – 2010 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi 4×4 2007 – 2010 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2010 – 2014
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2010 and 2014.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 2010 – 2014 | 114 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 2010 – 2014 | 117 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 2010 – 2014 | 141 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 4×4 2010 – 2014 | 141 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi 2010 – 2014 | 110 hp | Timing belt |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi 2010 – 2014 | 130 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi 4×4 2010 – 2014 | 130 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi 2010 – 2014 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2.0 dCi 4×4 2010 – 2014 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2014 – 2017
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2014 and 2017.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Nissan Qashqai 1.2 DIG-T 2014 – 2017 | 115 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 DIG-T 2014 – 2017 | 163 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi 2014 – 2017 | 110 hp | Timing belt |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi 2014 – 2017 | 130 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi 4×4 2014 – 2017 | 130 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 2017 – 2021
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2017 and 2021.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Nissan Qashqai 1.2 DIG-T 2017 – 2021 | 115 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T 2017 – 2021 | 140 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T 2017 – 2021 | 158 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T 2017 – 2021 | 160 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 DIG-T 2017 – 2021 | 163 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi 2017 – 2021 | 110 hp | Timing belt |
Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi 2017 – 2021 | 115 hp | Timing belt |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi 2017 – 2021 | 130 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi 4WD 2017 – 2021 | 130 hp | Timing chain |
Nissan Qashqai 1.7 dCi 4WD 2017 – 2021 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Does the Nissan Qashqai have a timing chain or timing belt?
Most engines in the Nissan Qashqai have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. As long as you take care of service and oil changes, the timing chains in Nissan Qashqai are known to last very well.