We’re live at a media preview event of the T32 Nissan X-Trail facelift, where four variants of the refreshed SUVs are being displayed. To recap, the range starts with the petrol-only 2.0L 2WD (RM139,900), X-Trail 2.0L 2WD Mid (RM149,900), X-Trail 2.5L 4WD (RM159,900), as well as the new range-topping X-Trail 2.0L Hybrid (RM169,900). Prices mentioned are estimated and may subject to change.
UPDATE: The just-announced “tentative official prices” for the X-Trail facelift are lower than the estimates: RM133,888 for the 2.0L 2WD, RM145,888 for the 2.0L 2WD Mid, RM153,888 for the 2.5L 4WD and RM159,888 for the Hybrid, OTR without insurance.
Base models are powered by the same MR20DD 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine from before, offering 144 PS at 6,000 rpm and 200 Nm at 4,400 rpm. The 2.5L AWD gets the QR25DE 2.5 litre engine that makes 171 PS at 6,000 rpm and 233 Nm at 4,000 rpm, whereas the hybrid shares the same MR20DD 2.0 litre unit, albeit optimised for hybrid driving (parallel hybrid). All engines are paired with an Xtronic CVT with manual mode.
However, the 2.0L Hybrid gets Nissan’s Intelligent Dual Clutch Control – a one-motor, two-clutch parallel hybrid system. The “dual clutch” here refers to the clutch between the engine and the electric motor, and the clutch between the electric motor and the Xtronic CVT. Coasting is possible at speeds below 120 km/h – this decouples the CVT from the engine. Fuel consumption is rated at 6.21 litres per 100 km.
All models get reshaped headlights with new boomerang-style LED daytime running lights, V-Motion radiator grille, new front bumper with revised fog lamps housing, new rear bumper, smoked LED tail lamps, shark fin antenna and 17-inch wheels (2.5L 4WD and 2.0L Hybrid get dark titanium finish). The base model gets halogen reflectors, but LED headlamps with twin projectors are standard for 2.0L 2WD Mid and above.
Inside, the infotainment system gets upgraded to a new seven-inch unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionalities. For drivers, all variants get a nicer flat bottom steering wheel, a new five-inch Advanced Drive Assist digital display within the instrument panel, and electro-mechanical parking brake with hold assist.
There’s also more extensive use of sound deadening material for a quieter cabin. The entry-level 2.0L 2WD is the only one to get fabric seats, and it also loses out on the powered tailgate.
The biggest news is safety – Nissan Intelligent Mobility is now available for all models, featuring Around View Monitor with Intelligent Moving Object Detection, Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Engine Brake and Intelligent Trace Control as standard.
The 2.0L Mid and it gets Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Motion Activated Power Tailgate, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Only the 2.5L 4WD and 2.0L Hybrid get Intelligent Cruise Control, High Beam Assist and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning with Intelligent Forward Emergency Braking (AEB).
Previously, the X-Trail was only offered with two airbags, but that’s in the past now. The base 2.0L 2WD gets four airbags, while the rest get six airbags as standard. Other safety features include Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold function, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, Hill Start Assist (HSA), and two Isofix child seat anchors with top tether.
Interested? The X-Trail comes with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty programme – the X-Trail Hybrid gets the same five-year warranty coverage, which extends to its hybrid parts and the 0.9 kWh lithium-ion battery. In conjunction with the pre-launch, buyers will get a two-year or 40,000 km Periodic Maintenance Service (whichever comes first). Additionally, the first 500 registered vehicles will also receive an exclusive gift worth RM488. The order books are now open.
The updated Nissan X-Trail is set to be launched next month, and it’s available in five colours – Brilliant White, Tungsten Silver, Titanium Olive, Diamond Black and the new Imperial Umber. If the Hybrid piqued your interest, you may read our in-depth review of the pre-facelift X-Trail, here.
GALLERY: Nissan X-Trail 2.0L Hybrid
GALLERY: Nissan X-Trail 2.5L 4WD
GALLERY: Nissan X-Trail 2.0L Mid
GALLERY: Nissan X-Trail 2.0L 2WD
GALLERY: Nissan X-Trail facelift presentation slides
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At last Nissan updates its models to present time..
Copy paste: “140k for entry range? Just a rip off… ETC like UMW do, treat Malaysian as their milking cows.. trust me it won’t sell.”
Yes. This facelift have been around in other countries but finally it have arrived on our shore. The long-awaited game changer that will finish the X70. RIP X70!
Habisla Nissan XTrail. Who is going to buy Nissan XTrail. When XTrail is giving overpriced. As well as still giving 4 airbags and having basic safety features from low to mid specs in Malaysia. Sure, people will not going to touch Xtrail and It is much Better to buy Proton X70.
You can’t go wrong with Japanese quality…..Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Perodua. Pure sheer Japanese quality and reliability!
Pure sheer Japanese quality and reliability of Takata! Guaranteed death.
I had a day to think about this. With the 2.0 Hybrid, you are paying RM10k more for the potentially expensive to maintain hybrid system while losing 0.5l engine capacity, the 4WD capability and +2 seats. That’s the only difference with the 2.5l 4WD model.
The same story like the recent HRV facelift range; the model to go for the best value and feature combo is the second from top variant.
Now as for prices however, the jury is still out on that. Also, there is a supposedly a reliability problem with the powertrain according to the pre-facelift owners. Buyers beware.
Lastly, ETCM still sucks.
The best family SUV, now way better.
Jom balik kampong!
Those who will balik kampung won’t balik with this.
this or the Aruz. Kik3
Before they going to bash X-trail, let me bash the other cars first.
Mazda CX-5 – rear seat is not for human, its for groceries
Honda CRV – interior are made from the plastics same as your chewing gun container
Proton X70 – leaks
i wonder if youre 7 feet tall…if the cx5 is too tight for u
For CX-5? Chop the legs and chop the head to fit inside.
Don’t waste ur time with this guy, he is just Myvi owner
In term of driving dynamics 0-100
Cx5 2.2d= 9.1 s
Cx5 2.5 = 8.8 s
Crv 1.5= 9.6 s
Cx5 2.0 = 10.4 s
X70 = 10.5 s
Xtrail 2.5 = 11.1s
Xtrail 2.0 = 12.1s
Slowest of them all. Dont be sad if axia tapau u all the way. And x trail engine can only last 8 years. Then all the internal gone. U need to replace whole engine.
First impression, the engine bay is a mess. It makes the car looks cheap and makes it feels cheap but in truth the price is not cheap!
2nd impression, the 3rd row seats are practically useless with ZERO (I say again, ZERO!) room for the legs. What’s the point in having 3rd bench seats with no leg space? And where are the aircon vents for the 3rd row?
3rd impression, the HU felt like something from the 90’s. Is this another Tan Chong own TCAT rebranding of an ancient HU? It makes the car look cheap!
4th impression, all-black leather without any contrast panels? Really? Makes it looks cheap! Come on! The price isn’t!
5th impression, the added safety features is good but… 4 airbags for base spec model? Would it really kill them to standardise 6 for all variants? At RM140k, this isn’t a cheap car but it feels cheap!
6th impression, actually more like a question. Is the hybrid battery taking up the wheel well space or is it located somewhere else and there’s a spare wheel inside?
Overall impression, it is a step up to the old car but for its price it screams CHEAP! CHEAP! CHEAP! The competition has moved 2 steps ahead but ETCM Nissan only advanced 1 step.
For engine bay, I believe the X70’s is the most tidy among mass market SUVs. The X-trail is a 5+2 at best, with the 3rd row only good for small children. Most owners just fold the seat up for bigger boot space. The leather upholstery seems to be locally-fit and feels more like leatherette than genuine leather.
Can you please learn the term “first impression” and not apply it with the non-existent sequences? Kalau kata bodoh kang marah lak…
X-trail vs Outlander…..
Hope Cx5, CRV, and X70 will introduce 7 seater model.
If you need to seat 7, get an MPV. Your 3rd row passengers will thank you for it.
I am early 30th with 3 small children.
Innova, serena, exora, etc is too uncle look for me.
Maybe need to wait for new proton mpv.
Basically TM is asking you to purchase the mid spec and onwards as the base spec has little kit in it. At 150k it’s a better buy than the CRV and CX5.
Another great car from the non GLC company. Expect excellent service despite their cars outdated. Better to be conservative and provide excellent service than have latest product but all the time sleeping, lepakking and sembang and giving customers bad after sales.
You mean p2 king of rebadger
expired product given fresh update…stay way from this skim cepat kaya product…
Lol looks like nissan Malaysia refuse to listen to owners and still use back the problematic gearbox. The knocking issue will probably exist since everything is going to be the same
The prices should be reduced by 50%….Msia has one of the highest car prices in the WORLD!
OMG! The game changer have been previewed. Habisla X70!
Buy Aruz better!
I loved the pre-facelift variant. Would have loved to recommend the model to many people but the 2 airbags was a huge drawback.
Now with at least 4 airbags and the various improvements, tihs model is a no brainer.
The Outlander is less comfortable and the lack of the rear blower is a huge no no. Also the dashboard in my opioion is less well taught out.
Tyre pressure monitoring system anyone?
Don’t forget the X-Trail shares the 4WD system as the GT-R!