nissan dualis 2014 review Page 2

The 2014 Nissan Dualis was the last hurrah before it morphed into the Qashqai, serving up a sensible compact SUV without the flash. A 2.0-litre petrol with either a 6-speed manual or X‑Tronic CVT drives the front wheels (AWD appeared on some trims), delivering adequate poke and on-paper economy in the high‑7s to low‑8s L/100km. Cabin space is decent for four, ride comfort is a strong suit, and the plastics are more “practical shoes” than “fancy loafers”; some were the longer 7-seat Dualis +2 for occasional kid duty. On the used market, check for CVT shudder or hesitation, tired suspension bushes and creaky trim, and insist on a proper service history. If you need a city-friendly runabout that shrugs off speed humps, it’s a safe, no-drama pick—just don’t expect modern infotainment wizardry or hot-hatch fizz.