2009 Nissan Qashqai+2: LWB 7-Seater Version to Be Launched Next Week

This Monday on April 7, 2008, Nissan will introduce a new variant of its highly successful Qasqhai crossover – also know in Japan, Australia and other markets as the Dualis. As its name indicates, the Qasqhai+2 “crosses over” to the minivan/MPV territory by offering and additional third row of seats that are designed for children or small adults up to about 1.6m or 5.2 ft tall.

Compared to the standard Qashqai (pic), the new variant of Nissan’s compact crossover will feature a wheelbase extended by 135 mm or 5.3 in. taking it to 2,765 mm or 108.9 in. Overall, the Qashqai+2’s length has risen to 4,526 mm or 178.2 in., an increase of 211 mm or 8.3 in. over the five-seat version. Subsequently, the Qashqai+2 will also offer more luggage space compared to its 5-seater sibling, and in particular, almost 500 litres - an increase of 90 litres over the Qashqai. We’ll have full details and images on the Qasqhai on Monday. (Pic: Carscoop)