Verdict
At RM151,888 against RM161,888, this is a very specific RM10,000 decision. The Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid is the family pick because it keeps the same 142 hp, 200 Nm, CVT, front-wheel drive layout, 550-litre boot and 60-litre tank while adding seven seats. The Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid cuts fuel use from 7.5 to 6.2 L/100 km and adds auto emergency braking plus a 0.9 kWh battery, but it drops to five seats. That is the real trade.
Pick the Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid if you need seven seats and want the lower purchase price without giving up engine output, boot space or basic dimensions.
Pick the Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid if lower fuel consumption and auto emergency braking matter more than carrying seven people.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid RM151,888; Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid RM161,888
- Seats: Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid 7; Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid 5
- Fuel economy: Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid 7.5 L/100 km; Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid 6.2 L/100 km
- Battery: Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid none; Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid 0.9 kWh
- Auto emergency braking: Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid not fitted; Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid fitted
2.0 2WD Mid
- RM10,000 cheaper to buy
- Seven seats instead of five
- Same 142 hp and 200 Nm as the Hybrid
- Uses more fuel at 7.5 L/100 km
- No auto emergency braking
- No 0.9 kWh battery
2.0 2WD Hybrid
- Lower 6.2 L/100 km fuel consumption
- Auto emergency braking is fitted
- Adds a 0.9 kWh battery
- RM10,000 more expensive
- Five seats only
- No extra power or torque over the Mid
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 151,888✓ | RM 161,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 142 hp | 142 hp |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2 | 11.2 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 40 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 160 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.9 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | XTRONIC CVT with 7-speed Manual Mode | XTRONIC CVT with 7-speed Manual Mode and Nissan Intelligent Dual Clutch Control |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.5 L/100 km | 6.2 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,705 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,574 kg | 1,634 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres | 550 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiCrossContact LX Sport | Continental ContiCrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy | 17" Five Twin-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and 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 | Active Engine Braking, Active Trace Control, Active Ride Control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and front passenger only | Driver and front passenger only |
| Safety Notes | Rear-cross Traffic Alert | Rear-cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Lumbar Support, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Lumbar Support, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Reclining and Sliding Middle Row with 60:40 Split-folding, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Boot | 2 Front, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Support | 7" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Support |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 5" Advance Drive Assist Display (ADAD) within Instrument Cluster, Under-boot Tonneau Cover | 5" Advance Drive Assist Display (ADAD) within Instrument Cluster, Under-boot Tonneau Cover |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Covers hybrid parts and the lithium-ion battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 439 |
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.
2.0 2WD Mid vs 2.0 2WD Hybrid FAQ
Is the Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid or Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid better?
The Mid is better for most families because it has seven seats and costs RM10,000 less. The Hybrid is better if you want 6.2 L/100 km fuel use and auto emergency braking, and can live with five seats.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Hybrid costs RM10,000 more than the Nissan X-Trail 2.0 2WD Mid.
Do both Nissan X-Trail variants have the same engine and space?
Yes. Both use a 1,997 cc petrol engine with 142 hp and 200 Nm, a CVT, front-wheel drive, a 2,705 mm wheelbase and 550 litres of boot space.