Nissan X-TRAIL vs Ssangyong Torres

What's the difference?

Can you believe that the Nissan X-Trail is 25 years old this year?

It’s safe to say that, over four generations, the Toyota RAV4 rival has been mostly good, though sometimes frustrating. The CVT autos from 2008 onwards have let the side down with dreary performance and questionable durability.

That said, the latest generation has also been the best of the lot, thanks in no small part to 'e-Power' and 'e-4orce' (translation: extended-range electric vehicle hybrid all-wheel drive, or EREV AWD) availability. A terrific allrounder.

Now, for 2026, Nissan has allegedly facelifted the X-Trail range.

Keep on reading to find out what’s changed, and whether the presumably-improved e-Power remains at the pointy end of the 35-strong mid-sized SUV segment.

The Torres is the first model SsangYong has launched since it changed ownership and changed names to KGM SsangYong.

The new model hits the over-saturated mid-sized SUV segment but it's fresh styling and practical cabin space might be what sets it apart.

We're family-testing the mid-spec Adventure grade to see if its lives up to its name.