Nissan X-Trail : Nissan is looking to relaunch the X-Trail in India after a hiatus. The X-Trail has been a standout SUV worldwide due to Its reliability and versatility with a modern finish in an all-family package.
The next-gen India-bound X-Trail will in all likelihood come with a radical looking model, a roomy cabin and focus on modern safety and connectivity features, carrying enough ammunition to take on the likes of the Toyota Fortuner, Skoda Kodiaq and Hyundai Tucson.
It’s a utilitarian-sport based vehicle that also offers a touch of elegance, and with Nissan looking to establish a firmer footing in the Indian market, the X-Trail could well lay claim to being a flagship that’s not just show but go as well. Here, we delve deeper into what makes the X-Trail an intriguing addition to the expanding SUV scene.
Nissan X-Trail Type – Big, Modern and Worldly
The new X-Trail is representative of Nissan’s global design and along with its muscular appearace, exhibits a degree of sophisticated. Up front it has that wide V-motion grille flanked by slim LED headlamps and signature DRLs that give it a really confident face.
Sculpted hood, flared wheel arches, and bold character lines contribute to assertive SUV appearance.
On the side, the vehicle wears 19-inch alloy wheels (on top trims), blacked-out pillars to create a floating roof look, as well as aerodynamic roof rails. The back is no less handsome, thanks to boomerang-style tail-lamps and a subtle spoiler.
The ratios-in-full make the X-Trail appear both city slicker and off-road ready.
Interior – Roomy, High-End, and Family-Friendly
Step inside the X-Trail and the cabin is a stylish yet practical place to be with both technology and comfort paramount.
The dash gets a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, plus a big touchscreen infotainment system that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The interior design is simple, with soft-touch surfaces, two-tone upholstery, and piano black or wood accents (the latter depending on trim).
The X-Trail will be available available in both 5-seat and 7-seat versions, sporting a dynamic second and third row arrangement suitable for accommodating large families.
Storage space is well considered and boot space is generous despite that third row in situ. Rear AC vents, numerous USB ports, and ambient lighting add to the premium experience of being in the car on long drives.
Performance – Fast, Sleek and Versatile
Nissan X-Trail is available with options that include petrol power, and hybrid or e-Power in some markets. For India, it is expected to get a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with mild-hybrid tech. It is mated to a CVT automatic gearbox and has an output of 160-200 PS.
The powertrain is silky and ideal for strolling around town and pleasing at the fast food drive-thru. And, certain versions will provide four-wheel drive (4WD), meaning the X-Trail will be capable of some light off-roading or unmade tracks.
It’s a well-judged compromise between comfort and control, with the car’s mature manners in keeping with the more grown-up vibe Toyota has gone for with this Yaris.
It gives great comfort, a good ride, and excellent fuel economy.
And with mild-hybrid tech brought in, the X-Trail might be at least somewhat frugal as well, returning anything between 14-16 kmpl depending on the car’s drivetrain and variant. Though it’s not as good as smaller SUVs on fuel economy, it finds an equitable compromise for its size and guts.
Features and Safety
Nissan’s also expected to load the X-Trail with plenty of the latest tech, and advanced ADAS-based safety tech will also feature, including:
Adaptive cruise control
Lane departure warning
Blind spot detection
unique 360° surround-view camera
Wireless charger
Dual-zone climate control
Panoramic sunroof
Power-adjustable seats
6–8 airbags, ABS/EBD, ESP
These amenitites make the X_Trail is comparable to SUVs found outside of the country.
Pros:
Daring and handsome world styling
5 & 7-Seater options: Large & flexible cabin
Silky and cultivated mild-hybrid engine
Heavy duty safety package including ADAS
Good ride and stability on highways
Great for families and long drives
Cons:
Probably to be a high end product priced at a premium
No diesel engine may appeal to Indians
Performance enthusiasts might as well skip that CVT
Nissan dealership coverage vs the competition is very limited
Moderate off-road capability, not the hardcore kind
Nissan X-Trail Final Verdict
It’s a package that will help ensure the new Nissan X-Trail will be a classier, more premium SUV with global appeal that is as suited to families as impression management. It provides all that a buyer, who’s looking at Indian premium SUV, could ask for — comfort, tech, space and style plus the engineering and credibility that the name Nissan brings.
If similar variants of the X-Trail are priced aggressively, we may see Nissan tumble with the X-Trail re-established as a contender in the SUV space in India.