Rent Nissan Qashqai in Barcelona

The Nissan Qashqai is the crossover most Spanish families actually drive, and it makes a sensible base for a week in Catalonia. Five seats, a high driving position and a 1.3L petrol engine with 140 hp give you motorway comfort without a big-SUV fuel bill. It reaches 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds, which is plenty for the climbs and the autopista. Plenty of visitors rent Nissan Qashqai in Barcelona because it swallows the family luggage yet still parks in town.

Why rent a Nissan Qashqai in Barcelona

This is the right tool when the plan stretches past the city limits. The raised stance and decent ground clearance help on the winding roads up to Montserrat and on the rougher coastal turn-offs along the Costa Brava. Boot space takes the buggy, the cool box and a week of cases, which matters when four or five of you are heading out for the day.

In town the Qashqai stays manageable. It fits standard blue and green paid parking bays and the cameras are good for the tight underground garages. For a more premium crossover feel look at the Range Rover Evoque, or stay in the same bracket with the Peugeot 3008.

Nissan Qashqai specs and what you get

The 140 hp petrol unit runs through a smooth automatic gearbox, and the five-seat cabin has the high seating and visibility that make long days easy. Roof rails are handy for extra kit. Bookings include insurance and unlimited mileage on most rates, plus delivery to Barcelona airport (BCN) or your hotel. The Qashqai starts from $65/day with a low refundable deposit, and weekly or monthly hire brings the daily rate down.

Driving a Nissan Qashqai in Barcelona

The ZBE Rondes low-emission zone restricts older cars on weekdays; this petrol Qashqai is compliant, so the centre and ring roads stay open. Expect peajes on parts of the C-16 toward the Pyrenees and on motorways out to Tarragona, charged to the driver. EU and EEA licences are accepted directly, others need an International Driving Permit, and minimum age is usually 21 with a young-driver fee under 25. Best routes for this class run up the C-16 into the mountains and along the coast to Girona. See the full lineup on our car rental in Barcelona page.

How to book

Open the “Check prices” comparison, pick an available car for your dates and book directly with the rental company. Compare prices above to get started.