How Much Is a Nissan Qashqai Worth as Scrap in 2026?

A Nissan Qashqai in scrap condition is typically worth between £180 and £380 in 2026. As one of the UK's best selling crossover SUVs, the Qashqai is well known to scrap dealers and its higher kerbweight compared to a standard hatchback means it consistently returns a stronger scrap value. The extra steel in the body structure, subframes and suspension components all add up, and the catalytic converter on petrol variants contributes meaningfully to the total offer.

What Affects the Scrap Value of a Nissan Qashqai?

The Qashqai weighs between 1,300 and 1,600 kg depending on generation, engine and whether it is a two or four wheel drive variant. The heavier four wheel drive and diesel models sit towards the top of that weight range, while the lighter 1.3 petrol front wheel drive versions come in lower. That weight advantage over a standard hatchback is the main reason the Qashqai commands a higher scrap price than a similarly aged Focus or Astra.

The catalytic converter on petrol Qashqais is worth a solid amount above the base steel price. Larger engine variants tend to carry a more generously loaded cat, and for a car that was often purchased as a premium SUV with performance-oriented trim levels, the cat can add £30 to £90 to the offer. Diesel Qashqais use a diesel particulate filter and oxidation catalyst, which carry a lower precious metal value than a petrol cat but still contribute something to the overall price.

The SUV body style means the Qashqai has more scrap-friendly components than a low-riding hatchback, including a taller underbody and larger braking components, all of which have useful steel content. Running condition and mileage have minimal impact on the scrap offer, and non-runners are collected in exactly the same way as driveable vehicles.

Catalytic Converter Value

Petrol Nissan Qashqai models use a single catalytic converter positioned in the exhaust system downstream of the engine. On older Qashqais from the J10 generation the cat tends to carry a higher precious metal loading and can be worth £40 to £80. More recent J11 and J12 petrol models carry a modern efficient cat worth roughly £25 to £60. In all cases the cat should remain on the car when you hand it over, as removing it and selling it separately rarely produces a better combined return.

How to Get the Best Price for Your Nissan Qashqai

The Qashqai is popular enough that most ATFs will have handled several and can quote confidently, which means comparing multiple offers will still reveal a realistic spread. Get at least three quotes and pay attention to whether the dealer is factoring in the full weight and the cat value, as these two components are what push the Qashqai above the prices offered for lighter hatchbacks. Use a licensed Authorised Treatment Facility, have the V5C logbook ready and leave all components including the catalytic converter in place on collection day.

For more on the scrapping process, read our guide on how to scrap a car. For catalytic converter pricing, see our catalytic converter scrap value guide. You can also use the scrap car value calculator or read our full guide on how much a scrap car is worth.