Verdict
The Jetour T1 costs RM129,800, RM4,088 below the Nissan X-Trail’s RM133,888, yet brings 168 hp and 270 Nm against 142 hp and 200 Nm. It also cuts annual road tax to RM120 versus RM439, and adds a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking. The X-Trail answers with seven seats rather than five, a 74 kg lower kerb weight and a sliding, reclining second row. For a Malaysian family that genuinely uses the third row, the Nissan remains the practical choice; otherwise, the Jetour is the better-equipped buy.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you want lower RM120 annual road tax, stronger 168 hp/270 Nm output and a fuller active-safety kit in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Nissan X-Trail if seven seats and its sliding, reclining middle row matter more than extra power and driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T1 RM129,800; Nissan X-Trail RM133,888.
- Power and torque: Jetour T1 168 hp and 270 Nm; Nissan X-Trail 142 hp and 200 Nm.
- Seats: Jetour T1 five; Nissan X-Trail seven.
- Road tax: Jetour T1 RM120 per year; Nissan X-Trail RM439 per year.
- Wheelbase: Jetour T1 2,800 mm; Nissan X-Trail 2,705 mm.
- Warranty: Jetour T1 seven years/150,000 km plus 10 years/1,000,000 km engine coverage; Nissan X-Trail five years/unlimited mileage.
T1
- 168 hp and 270 Nm from the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- 12.8-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, 360-degree camera and powered boot.
- Five seats only, versus the X-Trail’s seven-seat layout.
X-Trail
- Seven seats, with a sliding and reclining 60:40 middle row plus 50:50 third row.
- 74 kg lighter at 1,558 kg.
- Unlimited-mileage five-year manufacturer warranty.
- 142 hp and 200 Nm trail the T1’s 168 hp and 270 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or lane-keeping assist.
- Halogen reflector headlamps and a 7-inch touchscreen with six speakers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,800✓ | RM133,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 142 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.2 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | XTRONIC CVT with 7-speed Manual Mode |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 7.5 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,967 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,632 kg | 1,558 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 574 litres✓ | 550 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R18 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R18 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Continental ContiCrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Engine Brake, Intelligent Trace Control, Active Brake Limited Slip |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and front passenger only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Manual Reclining and Sliding Middle Row with 60:40 Split-folding, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 2 Front, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system | 7" Touchscreen Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Support |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 5" Advance Drive Assist Display (ADAD) within Instrument Cluster, Under-boot Tonneau Cover |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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T1 vs X-Trail FAQ
Is the Jetour T1 or Nissan X-Trail better?
The Jetour T1 is the stronger value choice for five occupants, with more power, lower road tax and more active safety equipment. Choose the Nissan X-Trail only if its seven seats and flexible middle and third rows will be used regularly.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 is RM4,088 cheaper than the Nissan X-Trail. It also has RM319 lower annual road tax, at RM120 versus RM439.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Jetour T1 has a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty and a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty. The Nissan X-Trail has a five-year warranty with unlimited mileage.