We say Excellent family SUV that represents a strong all-round choicePerformance 2.0 and 2.5-litre petrols need to be worked hard. 147bhp 2.0-litre diesel provides torque but the pay-off is less speed.Emissions 39mpg and 190g/km are possible with the diesel X-Trail.
Driving The X-Trail is well-behaved on the road and 4wd and Lock 4WD take care of off-road driving. Good for towing and load lugging too.Feel Both petrols can be noisy when revved and though the diesel clatters a little in low gears it cruises nicely, thanks to a sixth gear.Space Plenty of room in the cabin and there’s an enormous boot at 603 litres, and there's a cargo net and practical tailgate.Equipment Alloys, aircon and some other bits and bobs at standard, while there's kit aplenty at higher levels.Price The X-Trail diesel offers better running costs, residuals are typically good. Prices match rivals.Quality Cabin looks good and Nissan engines should be strong.
Safety Loads of airbags and ABS are standard on the X-Trail. Plenty more electronic kit at higher specs.Pros Good drive on and offroad, practical and comfortable.Cons Lacks a little on prestige rivals.Alternatives Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe