X-Trail Goes Down The Hybrid Path For India Return

By Dennis

Updated: Friday, February 12, 2016, 15:13 [IST]

Nissan has brought back the X-trail SUV to India at the 2016 Auto Expo. The new X-trail is now a hybrid SUV.

Engine And Gearbox Specifications

The new X-trail is powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine that combines with a 32 kw electric motor to produce 142bhp and 200Nm of torque. The power is sent to the wheels through a CVT gearbox.

Design

Not much has changed about the X-trail with regards to design when compared with the old model. The new DRL cluster alongside the new headlights seem to be the only distinguishing features of the new X-Trail and the hybrid badge that proclaims the Greenpeace following nature of the new SUV.

Pricing, Availability and Rivals

The new Nissan X-Trail hybrid is expected to go sale later this year and will be sold as a CBU with prices near the Rs. 30 lakh price tag. The X-Trail will go up against the Honda CRV and the Hyundai Santa Fe.