Nissan that discontinued the X-Trail SUV is now planning to re-launch the SUV in the country. According to CarToq, the company will launch the new generation X-Trail SUV in India, but the exact time frame for the launch is yet to be finalized. The new model is more spacious than the previous model, and is equipped with high end features.
Based on the Common Module Family (CMF) platform, the new X-Trail is 5mm longer, 30mm wider and 10mm high than its predecessor. The wheelbase of the SUV is grown by 75mm to 2,705mm, while the ground clearance has been raised by 5mm to 210mm. The new Nissan X-Trail features aggressive front fascia with sculptured muscular lines forming a distinctive silhouette. The large wheel arches have been fitted to 18-inch alloy wheels. It is equipped with new ‘boomerang’ rear lights, structured headlamps with LED daytime running lamps, LED headlamps for both high and low beams.
The interiors of the new Nissan X-Trail features chrome, geometric metallic and piano black finishes. It features leather accented upholstery, five or seven-inch touch screen display, 50/50 split format of the third row of seats, etc. The second row bench seat can be reclined or slide with 40/20/40 split-fold layout.
The new Nissan X-Trail SUV will be offered in both petrol and diesel fuel options. The oil burner is the 1.6-litre unit that produces 128bhp and 320Nm of peak torque. Its gasoline version will be powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that is good for 142bhp and 200Nm of torque. The engine will be coupled to either a six-speed manual or a CVT gearbox. Both 2WD and 4WD versions will be on offer.
