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Nissan X-TRAIL Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior, Specs & News

The Nissan X-Trail is a mid-sized SUV, which is offered in both five and seven-seat variants.

Launched in 2001 to compete with the successful RAV4 and Forester SUVs, the X-Trail follows much the same principles as the RAV, such as a choice of two and four-wheel drive, petrol and diesel engines and manual and automatic transmissions. Growing over successive generations, the X-Trail remains popular thanks to its range of configurations, versatile capabilities and decent value.

Current prices range from $37,250 to $58,990 for the X-Trail ST (2WD) and X-Trail TI-L (4WD) E-Power (hybrid).

Nissan X-TRAIL News

Family SUV to pick up plug-in hybrid overseas: 2025 Nissan X-Trail equivalent to borrow Mitsubishi Outlander's PHEV tech in the US but will it fight BYD Sealion 6 in Australia?

Family SUV to pick up plug-in hybrid overseas: 2025 Nissan X-Trail equivalent to borrow Mitsubishi Outlander's PHEV tech in the US but will it fight BYD Sealion 6 in Australia?

By S.amuel Irvine - 17 Oct 2024
The rising cost of new vehicles exposed: Why your Toyota Camry, Toyota C-HR, Honda Civic, Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Nissan X-Trail are more expensive

The rising cost of new vehicles exposed: Why your Toyota Camry, Toyota C-HR, Honda Civic, Hyundai i30, Mazda3 and Nissan X-Trail are more expensive

By S.tephen Ottley - 28 Sep 2024
Nissan X-Trail set to go plug-in hybrid? Family SUV could borrow PHEV technology from Mitsubishi Outlander: report

Nissan X-Trail set to go plug-in hybrid? Family SUV could borrow PHEV technology from Mitsubishi Outlander: report

By S.amuel Irvine - 25 Sep 2024
Is Nissan Australia readying a tough as nails army to fight Toyota GR? Warrior name trademarks hint at future hardcore versions of Nissan Z, Qashqai, X-Trail and Pathfinder

Is Nissan Australia readying a tough as nails army to fight Toyota GR? Warrior name trademarks hint at future hardcore versions of Nissan Z, Qashqai, X-Trail and Pathfinder

By J.ohn Law - 16 Sep 2024
Family SUV gets added tech and features: 2025 Nissan X-Trail comes in for minor upgrade to tackle Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5 and Mitsubishi Outlander

Family SUV gets added tech and features: 2025 Nissan X-Trail comes in for minor upgrade to tackle Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5 and Mitsubishi Outlander

By S.amuel Irvine - 5 Sep 2024
How this car brand has turned itself around: Nissan bounces back on the resurgence of X-Trail e-Power hybrid as an alternative to the Kia Sportage and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

How this car brand has turned itself around: Nissan bounces back on the resurgence of X-Trail e-Power hybrid as an alternative to the Kia Sportage and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

By D.om Tripolone - 10 Aug 2024
New-car bargain gems: The Nissan X-Trail, Suzuki Swift and - controversially - Subaru WRX and Honda Civic are among the hybrids, SUVs, electric cars and hatches we'd buy | Opinion

New-car bargain gems: The Nissan X-Trail, Suzuki Swift and - controversially - Subaru WRX and Honda Civic are among the hybrids, SUVs, electric cars and hatches we'd buy | Opinion

By B.yron Mathioudakis - 3 Aug 2024
Prices up $500 for 2024 Nissan Juke to $1000 for Nissan Patrol: Small increases for unchanged MY24 Nissan Navara, Qashqai and X-Trail models

Prices up $500 for 2024 Nissan Juke to $1000 for Nissan Patrol: Small increases for unchanged MY24 Nissan Navara, Qashqai and X-Trail models

By J.ohn Law - 15 Jul 2024
Warrior-lite? 2024 Nissan X-Trail N-Trek added to medium SUV line-up as 'outdoors-inspired' variant to take on Toyota RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander

Warrior-lite? 2024 Nissan X-Trail N-Trek added to medium SUV line-up as 'outdoors-inspired' variant to take on Toyota RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander

By C.hris Thompson - 3 Apr 2024
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Nissan X-TRAIL Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Nissan X-TRAIL here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Tyre problems with 2023 Nissan X-Trail

    I’d be interested to know what makes you think the dealer who delivered your brand-new car has changed the tyres. Were they showing signs of wear? Did they make the car handle or ride strangely? Did they just not look 'right’?

    I can’t imagine any dealership would be stupid enough to fit partly worn tyres on a brand-new car. You bought a new car, it should come with new tyres. Simple as that, and anything else is pretty shifty to say the least. The dealer might have switched to another set of brand-new tyres if one or more of the originals was damaged, but that’s not what you’ve suggested here. I’d definitely be taking it up with Nissan Australia’s customer service division as selling a brand-new car with second-hand tyres just seems crazy. Not to mention legally questionable.

    If it’s simply the case that the tyres’ tread didn’t look brand-new, then the 26km it’s already covered could explain that by taking the shine off the tread. That, and the fact that the sidewalls were probably still very shiny (dealerships love tyre-shine products) could make the treads look worn when they really weren’t.

    The faulty tyre-pressure monitoring system is a separate issue and can be fixed by replacing the dud parts. This is a simple warranty claim, and even though tyres are generally not covered in a new-car warranty, selling a brand-new car without brand-new tyres is a new one for me. If it really did happen, you’d be well within your rights to demand brand-new tyres.

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  • Why is the the driver's seat of my 2024 Nissan X-Trail not as comfy as the passenger seat?

    If this was an older car, the explanation would be simple: Cars always have at least a driver on board, but sometimes only a driver. Which means that the driver’s seat gets worn out faster than any other seat in the car. But you car is quite new, so that shouldn’t be the case.

    Assuming there’s no manufacturing flaw in the seat or the way it’s mounted, the cause of this could be as simple as a driver’s seat that has more adjustments available (manual or electrically-operated) than the front passenger’s seat. If that’s the case, you might find that the mechanics of those adjustments gobble up some space that is used for foam or other padding in the not-so-adjustable passenger’s chair.

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  • Should I get rid of my 2010 Nissan X-Trail if my mechanic recommended it?

    The high cost of complex replacement parts for relatively new vehicles is a trend that has been thriving lately. Once some cars are more than a handful of years old, a replacement engine or transmission can easily exceed the value of the whole car. At which point, owners have a tough decision to make; replace the car or pay up for the fix.

    Aside from the financial aspects, you also have to decide how comfortable you are unloading a ticking time bomb on to a potentially unsuspecting buyer

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  • Does the 2012 Nissan X-Trail have an oil filter in the gearbox?

    Yes it does. Clean transmission fluid is critical to an automatic transmission which relies on tiny oil passages and complex hydraulic systems to operate correctly. Without a filter, debris and swarf from the transmission itself could soon block these pathways and cause major problems.

    You can buy filter kits online for very reasonable prices, but replacing the filter is only part of a transmission service. A specialist transmission shop can advise you when your car’s gearbox needs its next service, based on kilometres covered and the condition of the fluid inside.

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Nissan X-TRAIL Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Nissan X-TRAIL varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $37,250 and going to $58,990 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 SUV 2.5L, —, CVT AUTO $37,250 $58,990
2023 SUV 2.5L, ULP, CVT AUTO $33,770 $62,150
2022 SUV 2.0L, ULP, 6 SP MAN $27,610 $59,840
2021 SUV 2.0L, ULP, 6 SP MAN $25,080 $50,160
2020 SUV 2.0L, ULP, 6 SP MAN $23,980 $45,430
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Nissan X-TRAIL Seats

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is available with two seating configurations. Most variants have five seats, with two in the first row and three in the second. Meanwhile, other variants also have a third row with two seats, totalling seven.

Nissan X-TRAIL Seats

Nissan X-TRAIL Towing Capacity

The Nissan X-TRAIL has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2024 SUV 1650kg 2000kg
2023 SUV 1650kg 2000kg
2022 SUV 1500kg 2000kg
2021 SUV 1500kg 1650kg
2020 SUV 1500kg 1650kg
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Nissan X-TRAIL Boot Space

Five seat petrol X-Trails can take 585 litres in the boot but that drops to 465L for the seven seat models. For the five-seat-only ePower hybrid, you get 575L.

Nissan X-TRAIL Boot space Nissan X-TRAIL Boot space

Nissan X-TRAIL Colours

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is available in several colours, with solid options only including 'Scarlet Ember'. Metallic alternatives extend to 'Black Diamond', 'Caspian Blue', 'Gun Metallic', 'Brilliant Silver' and 'Champagne Silver', with 'Ceramic Grey' and 'Sunset Orange' available exclusively with a black roof. And then there's the sole pearl hue: 'Ivory Pearl'.

  • Scarlet Ember
  • Black Diamond
  • Caspian Blue
  • Gun Metallic
  • Brilliant Silver
  • Champagne Silver
  • Ceramic Grey
  • Sunset Orange
  • Ivory Pearl
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Nissan X-TRAIL Dimensions

The dimensions of the Nissan X-TRAIL SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 SUV 1725x1840x4680 mm 205 mm
2023 SUV 1725x1840x4680 mm 205 mm
2022 SUV 1740x1820x4690 mm 210 mm
2021 SUV 1740x1820x4690 mm 210 mm
2020 SUV 1740x1820x4690 mm 210 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Nissan X-TRAIL Dimensions

Nissan X-TRAIL Accessories

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail's standard equipment includes dusk-sensing LED lights, alloy wheels, power-folding side mirrors with heating, roof rails, keyless entry and rear privacy glass.

Inside, push-button start, a touchscreen multimedia system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, digital radio, a multifunction display, climate control, heated front seats, an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat and leather-accented upholstery feature.

Advanced driver-assist systems extend to autonomous emergency braking (with junction assist and pedestrian and cyclist detection), lane-keep and steering assist, adaptive cruise control (with stop and go functionality), traffic sign recognition, high-beam assist, active blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, driver attention alert, rear AEB, surround-view cameras, parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring and rear occupant alert. Airbags total seven (dual front, side and curtain plus front-centre), while a tyre repair kit is supplied in lieu of a spare wheel.

Nissan X-TRAIL Accessories

Nissan X-TRAIL Interior

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail has an upmarket interior, with soft-touch materials used on the dashboard, doors and armrests. Seat upholstery options include artificial, genuine or Nappa leather. The touchscreen multimedia system 'floats' on top of the dashboard, while a multifunction display is located in the driver's instrument cluster. Overall, the cabin's design is modern but sensible, with physical climate controls present.

Nissan X-TRAIL Interior

Nissan X-TRAIL Wheel Size

The Nissan X-TRAIL has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x65 R17 1 for SUV in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 SUV 235x65 R17 1 235x65 R17 1
2023 SUV 235x65 R17 1 235x65 R17 1
2022 SUV P225x65 R17 P225x65 R17
2021 SUV 225x65 R17 225x65 R17
2020 SUV 225x65 R17 17x7 inches 225x65 R17 17x7 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Nissan X-TRAIL Wheel Sizes

Nissan X-TRAIL Fuel Consumption

The Nissan X-TRAIL is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Electric/pulp, —, ULP and Diesel fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 6.1L/100km for SUV /Electric/pulp for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 SUV 6.1L/100km 1.5L Electric/pulp 1 SP AUTO
2024 SUV 7.4L/100km 2.5L CVT AUTO
2023 SUV 6.1L/100km 1.5L Electric/pulp 1 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 7.4L/100km 2.5L ULP CVT AUTO
2022 SUV 6.1L/100km 1.5L Electric/pulp 1 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 8.2L/100km 2.0L ULP 6 SP MAN
2021 SUV 6L/100km 2.0L Diesel CVT AUTO
2021 SUV 8.2L/100km 2.0L ULP 6 SP MAN
2020 SUV 6L/100km 2.0L Diesel CVT AUTO
2020 SUV 8.2L/100km 2.0L ULP 6 SP MAN
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Nissan X-TRAIL Engine

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is available with two engine options, including a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol four-cylinder engine that produces 135kW of power and 244Nm of torque. Then there's the ePower hybrid powertrain, which combines a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol three-cylinder engine with two electric motors, which combine to produce 157kW.

Nissan X-TRAIL Speed

Petrol versions of the 2024 Nissan X-Trail have a 0-100km/h sprint time of about 8.9 seconds, while ePower hybrid variants can reach triple digits in a claimed 7.0s. Expect a top speed between 185-200km/h.

Nissan X-TRAIL Range

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail has a 55L fuel tank, which takes 91RON unleaded petrol at minimum. Petrol versions have an average fuel consumption of 7.8L/100km (ADR 81/02) and a theoretical driving range of 702km, while ePower hybrid variants use 6.1L/100km and travel up to 902km.