Nissan X Trail

Expert Verdict on X Trail

7 /10

Ranks #231 in SUVs

Design7

Interior7

Features6

The X-Trail is currently Nissan’s only car in India after the Magnite, and it has come as a stop-gap arrangement till the next-gen SUVs arrive. The X-Trail had potential, even with a few missing features, a smaller engine, and the lack of all-wheel drive, but Nissan’s pricing has made this a rather hard car to recommend to people.

Expert

Bunny Punia

Overall User Rating

4.4/5

(5)

Pros & Cons of Nissan X Trail

• What we admire in this car

  • Nissan X-Trail 1.5L 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine is one of the most refined 3-cylinder engine, which can outperform several bigger powertrains.
  • The X-Trail is a mechanically sorted vehicle that is definitely over-engineered to provide a class-apart experience.
  • The X-Trail is a strikingly beautiful SUV that, despite being a Japanese vehicle, resembles a European one.
  • This SUV has a great road presence, and in public, it will definitely get a lot of attention.
  • Despite being a 3-row, full-size SUV, the X-Trail achieves a mileage of 13.7 kmpl (ARAI), which is impressive considering its enormous size.
  • One of the best CVT gearboxes available in the market, it shifts quickly and doesn’t have the typical rubber-band effect that CVTs are known for.
  • Features like panoramic sunroof, 9 Inch infotainment display, dual zone climate control, three-driving modes, 12 Inch driver’s display, does elevate its rich experience.
  • The only vehicle with 20-inch alloy wheels as standard, which surprisingly doesn’t hinder ride comfort.
  • 585 liters of boot space with the third row folded, which is enough for all your luggage.

• What could have been better

  • Nissan X-Trail is a great SUV, but still, the Rs 49.92 lakh ex-showroom price isn’t justifiable, which is the paramount reason why it doesn’t sell enough.
  • Despite costing above Rs 50 lakh, X-Trail doesn’t offer ADAS, powered front seats, ventilated front seats, leather interior and powered tail gate.
  • A CBU unit means its parts won’t be easily available, and a local mechanic won’t be able to fix it if anything goes wrong.
  • Its 1.5L engine produces 163 PS and 300 Nm of torque, but the same power specifications are also available in cars priced around Rs 20 lakh.
  • The X-Trail is not an out-and-out 7-seater; it is a 5+2 seater, which means the third-row seats are only suitable for children.
  • The X-Trail offers only one engine, which is disappointing for diesel lovers. A hybrid option could have been offered for better fuel efficiency.
  • There’s no AWD on offer, and the X-Trail is FWD, so its off-roading capabilities are limited.

Nissan X Trail Detailed Review

The new X-Trail appears like a smaller Patrol, but it mostly plays things rather safe 7

• The X-Trail has come back after a long gap, and it does look fresh and relevant with modern design bits such as the split headlamp treatment. 

• Despite sporting 20-inch alloy rims, the X-Trail somehow manages to get dwarfed by certain SUVs from a segment below. 

• Three colour schemes on offer; black, silver and white. While the latter two may look and feel a bit too plain, the black paint scheme attracts quite a bit of attention. 

• The rear of the X-Trail might remind you of the Kicks, with a similar bulging tailgate and the treatment of the tail lamps. 

X Trail body specifications:

Wheel Size	R20
Seating Capacity	7 seaters
Ground Clearance	210 mm
Boot Space	177 liters

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Nissan X Trail Right Front Three Quarter2/5

Nissan X Trail Rear View3/5

Nissan X Trail Wheel4/5

Nissan X Trail Bootspace5/5

Comfortable and practical interiors, but a bit low on opulence for its price tag. 7

• The front seats are genuinely comfortable and hold you very well. However, the same cannot be said about the middle row, as there is a hump below the bench, making it somewhat uncomfortable for taller or larger-built passengers.

• There are soft-touch materials on certain areas in the cabin, but a majority of it is all fabric, which, although is more practical given our weather conditions, it does not feel as premium. 

• There are obvious signs of cost-cutting; for example the housing of the infotainment screen. The border around the screen pod suggests that there could have been a much larger unit on offer. 

• The wood-like finish on the panel near the front armrest looks and feels like it belongs to a car from a lower segment. 

• The NVH and sound insulation levels are rather great, and the cabin hardly lets you feel anything. Even tyre noise has been curbed quite well. Only Sport mode makes things a little loud in an otherwise calm and quiet cabin, but it’s not a con for sure.

Nissan X Trail Dashboard1/5

Nissan X Trail Instrument Cluster2/5

Nissan X Trail Infotainment System3/5

Nissan X Trail Rear Seats4/5

Nissan X Trail Bootspace5/5

Lacks a lot of features that should have rightfully been on offer 6

• The fact that a car priced upwards of Rs 45 lakh does not offer ventilated seats or electric seat height adjustment is baffling in current times. 

• Another sign of cost-cutting; the ORVMs have an ADAS blind spot monitor sensor placed, but it does not work, and neither has it been highlighted as a feature by Nissan. 

• The sound system sounds gets surprisingly rough as you increase the volume, and does not feel on-par for its price.

• The 8-inch touch screen, although small, does work rather well and there seemed to be no glitches or lags during our time with the car.

X Trail features:

360 Degree Camera	No
TPMS	Yes
Sunroof	Yes
Wireless Charger	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No

A 1.5-litre, mild-hybrid petrol replaces the diesel engine from the older car. 8

• The car felt like a comfortable mile-muncher with two people and a couple of small bags on-board. However, the engine’s capabilities with a full load of passengers and luggage remains untested for now.

• The CVT transmission actually does a good job of holding revs in both Standard and Sport modes. 

• The engine is very smooth, refined and it also sounds quite nice at higher rpms, especially in Sport mode. 

• Despite being low on numbers, the engine is quite responsive and feels more than enough in Standard mode. There is no real need to switch to Sport mode.

X Trail engine specifications:

Transmission	Automatic
Mileage	13.7 kmpl
Engine	1498 cc
Power	161 bhp @ 4800 rpm
Torque	300 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm
Drive Train	FWD

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Nissan X Trail Car Owner Reviews

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  Ritika anand

  1 Year ago
  4.4
  The look of Nissan X-Trail is amazing. Its headlight design is most attractive part.
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• Ag

  Akshat gupta

  1 Year ago
  4.4
  The interior of Nissan X Trail is very spacious and luxurious. It has ample legroom. My family of 6 members accomodate easily.
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  Pritam Singh

  1 Year ago
  4.4
  The seats are soft. It has enough space for both front and rear passengers for comfort. Also the front seats are height adjustable.
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  Jay jansari

  1 Year ago
  4.4
  The suspension system is well tunned and absorbs shock easily which gives me a smooth driving experience.
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  RAVI JI

  1 Year ago
  4.4
  The music system provided by Nissan is amazing. The sound quality is crystal clear and connects easily to android apple car play system.
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Latest On Nissan X Trail

Latest News on X Trail

• Nissan Patrol India Launch Confirmed for 2027; RHD Production Timeline Also Revealed: Details

  Publish date : 30 May 2025

  
• Nissan X-Trail Launched At Rs 49.92 Lakh, Gets A 1.5L Turbo Petrol Engine

  Publish date : 1 August 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail Bookings Open From Today: Toyota Fortuner Rival

  Publish date : 26 July 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail Brochure Out: Confirmed Features Here!

  Publish date : 25 July 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail Launch Nears! Check out its Top Rivals in India

  Publish date : 23 July 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail Unofficial Bookings Started Ahead Of 1 August Launch

  Publish date : 23 July 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail SUV Bookings In India To Start From This Date

  Publish date : 18 July 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail Revealed in India- Check Details

  Publish date : 17 July 2024

  
• Nissan X Trail SUV Colour Options Revealed For India: 3 Shades In Total

  Publish date : 15 July 2024

  
• Nissan X-Trail New Teaser Out; Reveals Key Design Elements: Details

  Publish date : 2 July 2024

  

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  Publish date : 1 August 2024

  
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  Publish date : 27 July 2024

  

Nissan X Trail Images

• Profile Image
• Right Front Three Quarter
• Right Side View
• Right Rear Three Quarter
• Rear View
• Left Rear Three Quarter

Nissan X Trail Videos

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  New Nissan X-Trail Pros & Cons explained. Why to buy and reasons to avoid

  Publish date : 30 July 2024
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  2024 Nissan X-Trail Petrol Test Drive Review || Expensive For A Premium 7 Seater, But Good Enough

  Publish date : 24 July 2024
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  Nissan X-Trail is coming back to India in 2023. 7 seater Hybrid SUV above 35 lakh : will you buy?

  Publish date : 2 November 2022

Nissan X Trail Colours

• Pearl White
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