Car Detailing for Nissan Qashqai

Detailing your Nissan Qashqai

The Qashqai is the Rogue's smaller sibling, and in the GTA it was mostly bought by commuters who wanted all-wheel drive for the 401 in January without the size of a full crossover. The cargo floor is a two-level board system that hides a surprising amount of grit underneath. The light grey interior Nissan offered shows dirt on every armrest, so those get a proper clean. Outside we restore the faded cladding and seal the paint before the next salt season.

What we watch for on a Qashqai

• The two-level Divide-N-Hide cargo floor panels hide crumbs and salt in their channels and under the boards
• Light grey interiors show dirt on the seat bolsters and door armrests
• The panoramic roof and the gloss-black trim show water spots and need a dry finish
• Black lower cladding fades and needs a trim restorer
• Wheel arches on AWD cars hold packed salt that needs a thorough rinse

Compact SUVs: cargo areas that do everything

Compact crossovers are family cars, gear haulers and dog taxis in one. The cargo floor, the rear seatbacks and the door sills collect the most dirt, while taller bodies catch more road spray along the sides.