THERE’S NO DOUBTING THE popularity of Nissan’s X-Trail. You only need to keep an eye out on suburban streets to see dozens of them
Now the mid-size SUV has been given an array of major updates for 2021, delivering an even more compelling package.
The new X-Trail has also been equipped with Nissan’s next-generation in-vehicle infotainment system for 2021, including a new a 7.0-inch touchscreen with updated graphics. The system delivers a crystal-clear display for the vehicle’s key functions, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, revolutionising the in-cabin experience for driver and passengers.
Adding to the model’s existing and comprehensive safety package, Intelligent Driving Alert is now available with the ST-L grade and above, part of Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility technology, which is designed to make driving safer and easier.
The Intelligent Driving Alert monitors input patterns during a period of driving to establish a baseline. After comparing subsequent driving characteristics relative to that reference point, the vehicle is able to detect and alert the driver when it recommends the time has come to take a break.
Building on what is already one of the leading packages in its class, these additional changes further make the X-Trail a compelling proposition for those in search of a mid-sized SUV.
“The addition of new cabin technology and advanced safety equipment further improves the popular X-Trail, and shows the evolution of a vehicle that has played such a key role in the lives of so many Australians,” says Nissan Australia Managing Director Stephen Lester.
“And in 2021, that story continues, with these upgrades ensuring the X-Trail remains one of the most compelling SUV offerings in Australia.”
What’s new?
A number of new-equipment highlights have been added across the X-Trail range, including:
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto – all grades
- Nissan’s next generation in-vehicle infotainment systems with 7-inch touchscreen display – all grades
- Intelligent Driver Alert – ST-L and above
- Digital radio – ST/TS grades (Standard on ST-L and Ti)
- New 18-inch wheel design – ST-L grade
X-TRAIL ST/TS features include:
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto (new)
- Nissan’s Next Generation In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems With 7-inch Touchscreen Display (new)
- Digital Radio DAB+ (new)
- Voice Recognition (new)
- 17-inch Alloy Wheels
- Daytime Running Lights
- Intelligent 4×4 System (4WD Only)
- Idle Stop/Start (Diesel only)
- Body coloured mirrors with Electric Folding, Electric Adjustment and Indicators
- Rear Roof Spoiler
- D-shaped steering wheel
- Rear View Camera
- Electric Park Brake (Manual transmission only)
- Intelligent Key
- Intelligent Key with push-button engine start
- AM/FM, CD-player, MP3, USB, AUX, Bluetooth
- EZ Flex flexible seating system with 2nd-row 40/20/40 split fold-down sliding/reclining
- Divide’N’Hide rear storage system (5 seats only)
- Cruise Control
- Six Airbags (driver/front passenger/side/curtain)
- Child restraint (RH/LH ISOFIX & top tether and centre tether)
- ABS, EBD and Brake Assist
- Intelligent Emergency Braking (IEB) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)
- Limited-Slip Differential (LSD)
- HDC – (4WD Only)
- Intelligent Trace Control, Intelligent Engine Brake & Intelligent Ride Control
- 5-seat or 7-seat configuration (diesel is only offered in 5-seat)
X-TRAIL ST-L features (ST plus the following):
- Intelligent Driver Alert (new)
- New 18-inch alloy wheels (new)
- Rear Privacy Glass
- Front Fog Lamps
- Leather Accented Steering Wheel
- Leather Accented Seats
- Power Adjust Driver’s Seat (8-way)
- Power Adjust Front Passenger Seat
- (4-way)
- Lumbar Support (Driver only)
- Roof Rails (100kg load capacity)
- Heated Front Seats
- Dual Zone Climate Control
- Satellite Navigation with traffic monitoring
- Around View Monitor
- Moving Object Detection (MOD)
- Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
X-TRAIL Ti (ST-L plus the following):
- Heated door mirrors
- Auto dimming rear-view mirror
- LED Head Lamps
- Adaptive Front Lighting System
- Auto Levelling Headlights
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Motion activated Power Tail Gate
- Heated Rear Seats
- Bose Audio with 8 Speakers
- Power Tilt and Slide Sunroof
- 19-inch Alloy Wheels
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Departure Prevention (Ti only)
- Intelligent Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection
- Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (Ti only)
Safety first: Nissan Intelligent Mobility and the new Nissan X-TRAIL
The latest Nissan X-TRAIL delivers an extensive range of advanced safety technologies. The following active safety equipment3 is available on selected X-TRAIL grades:
- Intelligent Driver Alert (new)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
- Intelligent Emergency Braking
- Intelligent Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Adaptive Front-Lighting System
- Lane Departure Intervention (LDI)
- Around View Monitor (AVM)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
- Moving Object Detection (MOD)
Engines and transmissions
The Nissan X-Trail is available with 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre petrol engines, alongside a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel power unit.
The 2.0-litre petrol engine boasts 106kW of power and 200Nm of torque while the more powerful 2.5-litre alternative has 126kW of power and 226Nm of torque.
The 2.0-litre turbo-diesel has 130kW of power and an impressive 380Nm of torque from only 2,000rpm. Not only does this deliver strong acceleration but also excellent fuel economy, using from 6.0 litres of diesel per 100km travelled on a combined cycle.
Both four-cylinder petrol engines are efficient and responsive. The 2.0-litre unit features Nissan’s DIG (Direct Injection Gasoline) technology and twin variable timing control to deliver strong fuel economy and torque. The 2.0-litre X-TRAIL ST manual consumes 8.2-litres per 100 kilometres travelled.
The 2.5-litre engine is available in all three grades – ST, ST-L and Ti – and offers a strong blend of performance and efficiency, consuming as little as 7.9L/100km on a combined cycle in the 2WD X-Trail ST.
The two petrol-powered variants of the new Nissan X-Trail have a 60-litre fuel tank and the minimum recommended fuel type for both engines is 91RON unleaded petrol. The turbo diesel-powered X-Trail also has a 60-litre fuel tank.
The 2WD-only 2.0-litre powered X-Trail ST uses a smooth-shifting six- speed manual transmission, whereas all 2.5-litre variants (available in both 2WD and 4WD) are mated to Nissan’s Xtronic CVT with manual mode (MCVT). This transmission’s broad gear ratio coverage and low-friction design help deliver strong acceleration and fuel economy.
All Xtronic-equipped X-Trail model grades come fitted with an ECO mode button, located on the dashboard in the lower-right area near the steering column. This function maximises fuel economy by controlling the engine and transmission operation to help avoid rapid acceleration by the driver.
The 4WD X-Trail comes equipped with Nissan’s advanced Intelligent 4×4 system
to deliver excellent traction in a variety of driving conditions. Controlled by the driver using a simple centre console-mounted rotary dial, Intelligent 4×4 has three settings: 2WD mode, AUTO mode and LOCK mode.
Both 2WD and 4WD variants of the X-Trail come fitted with Hill Start Assist (HSA). This automatically keeps the vehicle’s brakes applied when taking off from an incline to help prevent the driver from rolling backwards when setting off.
The 4WD X-TRAIL variants are equipped with Hill Descent Control (HDC), which uses the car’s ABS braking system to control the vehicle’s speed at approximately 7km/h when traversing particularly steep downhill terrain.
Nissan X-TRAIL 2021 (all plus on road costs)
| Petrol 2WD | Transmission | ||
| ST | 6MT | $28,490 | |
| ST | Auto | $30,990 | |
| ST-L | Auto | $37,090 | |
| Petrol 2WD – Seven Seater | ST | Auto | $32,490 |
| ST-L | Auto | $38,590 | |
| Petrol 4WD | ST | Auto | $32,990 |
| ST-L | Auto | $39,090 | |
| Ti | Auto | $44,790 | |
| Turbo-Diesel 4WD | TS | Auto | $35,990 |
Once we have tested and assessed the new Nissan X-Trail, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.