NISSAN X-TRAIL 4X4 REVIEW

For The X-Trail is fine to drive, with a comfortable ride and composed handling. It's more capable off-road than many of its rivals, and the interior is solid and practical.

Against Rear-seat space isn’t as good as in some rivals, and access is restricted. The interior could be a little more stylish, too.

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

Has the chunky looks of a traditional 4x4, but with decent practicality and fine dynamics.

Reader review rating

4.375

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Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Both engines are strong
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Comfortable and capable to drive
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Engine is only noisy niggle
Buying & Owning
3 out of 5 stars
Decent running costs for a 4x4
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Cabin is solid and generally classy
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Scores well in both areas
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Plenty of adjustment and simple dash
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Decent boot; rear legroom isn’t as good
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
Even the base model is well equipped

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There are 3 Nissan X-Trail versions available

Nissan X-Trail 4x4 2.0 dCi 173 Acenta 5dr	£25,780	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Nissan X-Trail 4x4 2.0 dCi 173 Tekna 5dr	£29,580	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Nissan X-Trail 4x4 2.0 dCi 150 Tekna auto 5dr	£30,960	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5

Nissan X-Trail 4x4 2.0 dCi 173 Acenta 5dr

This is a fine off-roader, and good enough to make the dearer Tekna model seem like a needless expense.

What Car? says:3 stars out of 5

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

X-Trail buyers can choose from a 170bhp 2.0-litre diesel engine with a six-speed manual gearbox and a 148bhp 2.0-litre diesel with a six-speed automatic. Unless you need an auto, the 170bhp car makes more sense because it’s cheaper to buy and run, and its 266lb ft of muscle makes it seriously responsive.

There are two trims on offer, but even the cheaper Acenta car comes well equipped. You get climate control, alloy wheels, Bluetooth, cruise control, electric windows and a sophisticated four-wheel-drive system. Meanwhile, Tekna brings goodies such as satellite-navigation, electric and heated front seats, leather upholstery, a rear parking camera and metallic paint.

There are cheaper 4x4s out there, and the X-Trail doesn’t hold its value especially well, but try to get a decent discount from your dealer, which will help to offset those issues.