Nissan X-Trail

Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol-electric e-4orce Tekna
Score: 7.4 / 10
“The latest Nissan X-Trail is a big step forward in most ways, especially with its unique petrol-electric e-Power drivetrain. It drives like an EV but is powered by a petrol engine, so you fill it up like any normal petrol car.”
Author: Stuart Masson
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Model reviewed:
Score: 7 / 10
“The new Nissan X-Trail is bigger and better than before, but its innovative electrified powertrain isn’t as efficient as some rivals.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The new Nissan X-Trail works well in the UK, but the efficiency of the clever e-Power set-up could be better.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Passenger space in the rear seats is generous and helped by the ability to slide the seat bench forward or back. The e-Power hybrids perform well in urban or city settings and returns decent fuel consumption figures for an SUV of this size.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Nissan seems to be on a bit of a roll with cars that aren’t flashy but just work. The new Nissan X-Trail is a relaxing, frustration-free place to spend time thanks to sensibly laid-out controls and a powertrain that doesn’t require any managing from the driver yet musters a surprising amount of performance when called upon.” (Illya Verpraet)
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Model reviewed: e-4orce Tekna+
Score: 7 / 10
“With the new Nissan X-Trail e-Power, you’ve got a car that drives like an EV, with excellent off-road performance and decent practicality. The only downside is this Nissan’s performance and 42.2mpg and 34% BIK figure can’t match the EV running costs – it’s still a decent stepping stone to an EV, however.” (Martyn Collins)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The X-Trail is a perfectly pleasant family wagon with the option of some four-wheel drive ability. Don’t expect too much from the driving experience and you’ll be totally whelmed.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.8 / 10
“The Nissan X-Trail is a practical seven-seat SUV, but don’t be fooled by Nissan’s e-Power hybrid tech; it’s not hugely economical.” (Andy Goodwin)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Without costing too much more than a Qashqai, the Nissan X-Trail is a decent family car, and in mid-level N-Connecta trim, it packs excellent equipment without costing the earth.” (Mat Watson)
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The highest spec models are expensive and rivals have the edge in terms of versatility, but the new X-Trail is a much more desirable choice than its predecessor.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“It’s a rugged and versatile family SUV with more space than the popular Qashqai, while its interior feels a lot posher than the old model. It’s pretty average in the way it drives, but at least it’s comfortable.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Nissan X-Trail is by no means bad, but neither does it do anything to make it any more recommendable than quite a few existing options. Yes, it’s quiet around town and has some off-road ability, but it’s not as efficient in the real world as we’d hope and the third row isn’t very spacious at all.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The new X-Trail is very much a hit in terms of its family-focused features and utility. The e-Power drivetrain will also appeal to those who are keen to ditch diesel but aren’t ready to go fully electric, and with e-4orce the X-Trail becomes a decent off-roader, capable of tackling much more than the average buyer will throw at it.”
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Model reviewed: e-4orce Acenta Premium 7-seater
Score: 8 / 10
“It isn’t quite as economical as perhaps it should be, but the new Nissan X-Trail is a viable alternative to the plug-in hybrids that are starting to dominate in this sector and which in many cases are cheaper, too. Pleasant, comfortable and spacious, I rather liked this new X-Trail.” (Andrew English)
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Score: 7 / 10
“It isn’t going to set the world on fire, but it has been pretty carefully crafted to offer as close to all things to all family members as any car in this class could hope to.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“If you don’t ask too much of the X-Trail, it’s a comfortable and quiet cruiser that’ll fit seven people without any issues. The issue is that for similar money there are plenty of rivals that are more comfortable, more fun to drive and that offer even more space.”
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