For 2019, the X-Trail is offered with a new hybrid and in three engine variants.
The 2.0L (MR20DD) Hybrid with Twin CVTC (Continuously Variable-valve Timing Control) engine paired with XTRONIC CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), produces an output of 144PS and 200Nm of torque along with the output from the electric motor of 41PS plus 160Nm of torque. Ut offers best in class fuel economy of 16.1km/L (based on ECE R101 test mode).
The other variants are 2.5L 4WD, 2.0L 2WD MID and a base 2.0L 2WD. All are certified Energy Efficient Vehicles. Prices are not confirmed yet but are estimated to range from around RM140,000 to RM170,000.
Nissan Intelligent Mobility safety technologies are fitted in the top three variants; the 2.0 Hybrid, 2.5L 4WD and 2.0L 2WD MID.
The safety features include:
> Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (FCW - only for 2.5L 4WD & 2.0L Hybrid )
> Intelligent Forward Emergency Braking (FEB - only for 2.5L 4WD & 2.0L Hybrid )
> Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC - only for 2.5L 4WD & 2.0L Hybrid )
> High Beam Assist (HBA - only for 2.5L 4WD & 2.0L Hybrid )
> Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
> Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
> Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) with Moving Object Detection (I-MOD)
> Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
> Motion Activated Power Tailgate (that operates by a simple quick kick below the tailgate to open or close).
The vehicle features a new "V-Motion" front grille design, revised LED boomerang daytime running lights and headlights, smoked LED boomerang tail lamps, 7” navigation infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto ready, flat bottom steering wheel with controls, dual power leather seats, leatherette dashboard and knee pads, and 5” drive assist display.
The hybrid is priced the highest.
Six airbags comes standard on the top three variants, while the base 2.0L 2WD make do with four.
Other safety features include Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold function, Vehicle Dynamic Control, Traction Control System, Anti-lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Hill Start Assist, and Isofix points for two child seats.
The X-Trail will be available in a choice of five colours: Brilliant White, Tungsten Silver, Titanium Olive, Diamond Black and a new brown colour called Imperial Umber.
In conjunction with the pre-launch, the X-Trail also comes with a 2-year or 40,000km periodic maintenance service (whichever comes first). Additionally, the buyers of the first 500 registered vehicles will also receive a gift worth RM488. Deliveries are scheduled in April.
Members of the public are invited to join the new X-Trail Facelift Exclusive Preview at Nissan Test Drive Carnivals over 3 weekends of 9th to 10th March, 15th to 17th March, and 23rd to 24th March at selected Nissan showrooms nationwide to view and try out the new X-Trail.
Go to the local Nissan website for the details.
