Nissan X-trail

Nissan has updated the X-Trail SUV for the 2025 model year.  The car is now equipped with Nissan's ProPilot 2.1 system. It enhances the X-Trail’s driver-assist technology by adding braking, speed, and lane control to the adaptive cruise control system. A 360-degree camera comes as part of standard equipment on higher trims. The cabin is spacious and gets faux-leather upholstery for the higher models. It’s equipped with a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine. It’s a handsome-looking three-row SUV, though space on the third row is rather crammed. It’s also pricier than most rivals but offers great traveling comfort.

How much is the price of the Nissan X-Trail in the UAE?

Sports utility vehicles (SUVs) have witnessed a huge surge in popularity over the past few years. The craze has spawned various sub-genres. The 2024 Nisan X-Trail is the largest SUV from the Japanese manufacturer. It has a versatile seating arrangement and is available in five-seater and seven-seater options. The price of the car starts at AED 99,900.

How many variants are there in the Nissan X-Trail range?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is available in six models. 

Which is the most value-for-money variant of the Nissan X-Trail?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail N-Trek is the most value-for-money variant. It comes with several additional features over and above the entry-level model and is also not the highest-priced trim in the series.

What features does the Nissan X-Trail get?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is the fourth-generation version. The car's front fascia is a welcome departure from the over-aggressive grilles that most SUVs have these days. Nissan's signature V-motion grille looks confident. The car gets all-around LED lighting. The headlights and daytime running lights (DRLs) look classy. The 2024 Nissan X-Trail, in profile, has an understated elegance. The entry-level version runs on 17-inch alloy wheels that nicely fit into the arches and lend the car a planted stand. The proportions are rather boxy. The car doesn't get a sloping roofline that seem to be in fashion. The entire design is purposeful and not fashionable.

The rear-end is mixed. The bulbous tailgate will remind of simpler times when SUVs were more about practicality, not style. The lack of chrome seems to be a cost-cutting measure. But it also lends the 2024 Nissan X-Trail a no-nonsense appeal. Overall, the car is stylish sans being over-bulky. 

The interior of the 2024 Nissan X-Trail isn't premium. But it isn't pedestrian either. The lines are simple and the chrome-effect detailing highlights the shape. There are some piano black plastics prone to smudges and fingerprints. The top-spec trim gets tan leather that brightens up the interior. It gets a full-length sunroof that makes the cabin more airy. Other trim options are in black or grey. that are less likely to show up grime. There are a lot of scratchy plastics, particularly in the lower part of the cabin. The overall quality is solid. 

The higher models get a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, connected to a 10-speaker Bose sound system. While the screen is big, the graphics could have been sharper. But it's still easy enough to read and responds quickly. There's a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with large readouts. The dual-zone climate control gets physical buttons that reduce dependency on the touchscreen.  

How spacious is the Nissan Sunny?

With 4,680mm length, 1,725 mm width, 1,705 mm height, the 2024 Nissan X-Trail is a fairly spacious SUV. Though it shares a number of mechanical bits with its cousin Qashqai, the Nissan X-Trail feels much bigger inside and easier to live with. Finding a comfortable driving position is easy with a number of adjustments. The two front seats get the maximum space. However, the electric adjustment is limited only to high-end trims. 

The second row has enough space to carry three adults. The middle part folds down to form an armrest with two cupholders. The bench-type row is reclinable to get more comfort.

The rear-seat is also bench-type but feels crammed for two adults. There's not much legroom. The seat also lacks proper under-thigh support. Access to the rear seat is easy because of the flip-down middle row. Also, the door opens almost 90 degrees to allow easy entry and exit.

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail gets 585 litres of boot space with the last row up.

What engine and transmission options are available?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail's entry-level version is equipped with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 2.5-litre petrol engine that produces 181PS/245Nm. The motor is mated to a Nissan XTronic CVT. SUVs aren't supposed to be sporty and the fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail is no different. it has enough grunt for normal driving. While the powertrain is efficient, it needs a bit of prodding to speed up things. The power delivery is a bit delayed. 

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail gets a softly-sprung suspension that proves to be a very effective shield from road imperfections. The impact from only the worst potholes is felt inside the cabin. Despite the soft suspension, the ride never gets floaty. 

What’s the mileage of the Nissan X-Trail?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail has a claimed mileage of 14kmpl on mixed road conditions. SUVs aren't meant to be fuel-efficient. Real-time mileage within the city is less but it increases on highways.

How safe is the Nissan X-Trail?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is a well-equipped car in terms of safety. It comes with a rearview camera. The display quality isn't satisfactory. Other equipment includes parking sensors, speed-sensing door locks, anti-theft alarm, antilock braking, cruise control, and traction control.   

How many colour options are there for the Nissan X-Trail?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is available in a choice of 11 colour options. All models get body-coloured bumpers

Should you buy the Nissan X-Trail?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail strikes a sturdily built SUV that offers a nice balance between practicality and comfortable travel. It's spacious and airy, though the third row in the seven-seater version is more of a cosmetic addition, meant only for small children. Overall, it's a family car that can go on occasional weekend trips.      

What are my alternatives?

The 2024 Nissan X-Trail faces competition from Renault Koleos, and the Ssangyong Rexton W. It also has the Nissan X-Terra as its in-house rival. 

Other things to consider

While the 2024 Nissan X-Trail is a very capable car that's easy to drive and comfortable to travel in. The interior is a bit disappointing with a lot of hard plastics used. Premium bits are minimal. Still, the 2024 X-Trail comes from one of the most trusted global automotive brands.