Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is an SUV from the Japanese automaker Nissan, which is available in Germany with both front (4x2 ) and four-wheel drive (4x4). The X-Trail replaced in Asia and the Nissan Terrano Nissan Terrano II in Europe, the

• 2.1 facelift

• 3.1 technology
• 3.2 Comfort equipment

X -Trail ( T30, 2001-2007 )

Nissan X-Trail (2001-2003)

The first X-Trail came in June 2001 on the market and was beginning with front-wheel drive as the 2.0-liter petrol engine with 103 kW ( 140 hp) and a 2.2 liter diesel with 84 (114 hp).

The all-wheel drive models were either with 2.0 liter petrol engine 103 kW ( 140 hp ), 2.5 liter with 121 kW (165 hp) or the 2.2 -liter diesel engines with 84 kW (114 PS; 2.2 Di) 100 kW (136 PS; 2.2 dci ) equipped.

The 4x4 models have a drive in which you push of a button ( mode switch ) between the front ( 2WD) - can change and all-wheel drive ( 4WD Lock). In the mode switch Auto mode, the system takes, depending on road and traction conditions even the choice between front - or all-wheel drive.

When X-Trail was, depending on the equipment package, including standard equipment: power windows front and rear, alloy wheels, side airbags, airbags for driver and front passenger, remote central locking, automatic climate control, tachometer, front armrest, power steering, immobilizer, child seat device Isofix etc.

The European version was also produced in Japan.

Facelift

December 2003 was a subtle facelift front and rear. The most striking feature was the all-around slightly modified bumper.

Technical innovation was further supplied by Nissan 2.2 -liter diesel engine with a renewed injection and variable turbocharger and 136 hp, which replaced the 114 -horsepower engine.

Rear view

Award

Foreign countries

In Angola, and in South America, the first generation is still built since mid-2007, but now bears the name of Nissan X-Trail Classic. The CKD kits used for the construction are from the Angolan Zhongji Company, which mounted the model for the African market.

Since December 2002, the X-Trail in Taiwan is made by the Chinese Yulon Motor Company. With the world carried out model change in the summer of 2007, Yulon retained the first generation.

Unlike other manufacturers who market since the model as X-Trail Classic, the company gave the SUV a unique facelift. Special features of the model is the front with the chrome grille and the ornate triangular headlights that are very reminiscent of the Honda CR-V second and third generation. This form of the Nissan X-Trail is however produced exclusively for the Taiwan market.

X -Trail ( T31, 2007-2014)

Nissan X-Trail (2007-2010)

At the Geneva Motor Show 2007, the new X-Trail was presented, whose altered appearance struck only at second glance. On the market, the model came in June 2007.

However, it is a completely newly developed vehicle that shares the base with the Nissan Qashqai. The brand-typical front and also the rear were a little modernized, so that the appearance of a total of a little more robust and brawny looks. In the dimensions of the new X-Trail has risen slightly: In the overall length it grew by 17.5 centimeters to 4.63 meters, the wheelbase remained at 2.63 meters almost the same. The trunk volume increased significantly from 410 to 603 liters.

Chassis and body was optimized in important respects, upgraded the interior of felt. In the interior of the previously centrally located and often criticized instrument panel moved to the left and thus now fully into the field of vision. In addition the terrain enabled Nissan will receive two new turbo diesel, so now a total of four engines are available. The gasoline engines were also modified the engine with 104 kW (141 hp) is a new development. Especially for the petrol variants is a stepless CVT gearbox available as an option. Bergan and abfahrhilfe are also included. For the diesel models are available particulate filter and a six - speed automatic transmission.

Facelift

In September 2010, the X-Trail a facelift was subjected. Since the vehicle is in Austria and Germany is now only available with two diesel engines. Visually, the front end and the rear end has been slightly modernized.

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X -Trail ( T32, 2014 - )

Nissan X -Trail ( T32 )

At the International Motor Show 2013 in Frankfurt am Main Nissan introduced a new generation of its best-selling model X-Trail. This coming from July 2014 in the sales generation is based on the design away from the typical angular ladder frame SUV design towards more typical sporty SUV design. In front design, the new generation is similar to contemporary Nissan models such as the Nissan Juke, or Nissan Murano and replaced in Europe and the Nissan Pathfinder.

Technology

LED headlights with daytime running lights now are also used and as the known from the predecessors electronic wheel drive system All Mode 4x4i, which can be chosen between pure front wheel drive or automatic calculated force distribution between the front and rear axle is optional. In addition, the system can also lock, whereby the driving force is evenly distributed front and rear.

One new proposal, the so-called Active Ride Control and Active Engine Brake. The Active Ride Control monitors the road surface and automatically adjusts the damping of vehicle. In the Active Engine Brake the power and controllability of the stepless CVT transmission is used, and thereby increases the braking effect of the engine. As a further innovation, the Active Trace Control comes from the Infiniti M Y51 used. This can, sensor- controlled, prevented by selective braking of individual wheels possible understeer on wet and slippery roads. Among the engines Nissan made ​​as yet no details except that friction-optimized downsized engines are to be used. Furthermore, the weight was reduced for lower fuel consumption with measures such as, for the most part produced from plastic tailgate.

Comfort equipment

Apart from the above new safety equipment the X-Trail in future have the navigation system and infotainment system Connect. This can be combined with a smartphone, and allows Internet access in the car. Over a 7 -inch color touch screen so apps social networking, music and other entertainment platforms can be called. A so-called end - to-car feature allows a trip planning at home, which is then sent to the car. Furthermore, the system has a Bluetooth hands-free, AUX and USB ports. In the interior, chrome, metal and lacquered surfaces should rate this a significant upgrade. The longer wheelbase and newly shaped front seat backrests ensure a better knee room in the second row. For an additional charge, a third row of seats folded away with two seats is available, as well as a full leather interior. The rows of seats rise as in a theater on backwards, allowing the rear occupants get a better view forward.

To increase the load volume, the second row of seats can be displaced, in addition to the fold-away seats in the optional third row. In addition, there is a double load floor in the cargo area which can be converted into two luggage compartments. The new X - Trail is also available with an optional central panoramic roof and an electrically operated tailgate.