Nissan X-Trail Vs Rivals: Price & Specifications Comparison

Updated: Friday, August 2, 2024, 11:53 [IST]

Nissan has unveiled the X-Trail SUV in India, marking its entry into the competitive three-row SUV segment. This vehicle will be imported as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) and will feature only a petrol engine. The X-Trail is set to compete with other three-row SUVs like the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, Skoda Kodiaq, and Jeep Meridian.

Nissan X-Trail Vs Rivals: Dimensions

The Nissan X-Trail measures 4,680mm in length, 1,840mm in width, and stands 1,725mm tall. It has a wheelbase of 2,705mm. Despite being slightly smaller than most of its competitors, it boasts the largest alloy wheels at 20 inches.

In terms of ground clearance, the X-Trail offers 210mm, which is second only to the Toyota Fortuner's 225mm. The MG Gloster is the longest and tallest among these SUVs and also has the longest wheelbase and maximum boot space when all three rows are up.

	Nissan X-Trail	Toyota Fortuner	MG Gloster	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Length	4620mm	4795mm	4985mm	4699mm	4769mm
Width	1840mm	1855mm	1926mm	1882mm	1859mm
Height	1725mm	1835mm	1865mm	1685mm	1682mm
Wheelbase	2705mm	2745mm	2950mm	2791mm	2794mm
Boot Space	-	296L	343L	270L	233L
Ground Clearance	210mm	225mm	210mm	192mm	203mm
Alloy Wheel Size	20-inch	18-inch	19-inch	18-inch	18-inch

Nissan X-Trail Vs Rivals: Engine and Gearbox

The Nissan X-Trail comes with a 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 163hp and 300Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a CVT automatic transmission and features front-wheel drive. Unlike its competitors, it does not offer four-wheel drive even as an option but includes a limited-slip differential.

The MG Gloster's diesel engine in its higher state of tune is the most powerful among these SUVs. The Toyota Fortuner's 2.8-litre diesel engine generates the highest torque. While the Gloster and Jeep Meridian are available only with diesel engines, the Skoda Kodiaq offers a sole 190hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine.

	Nissan X-Trail	Toyota Fortuner	MG Gloster	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Engine	1.5L Turbo Petrol (3-Cyl)	2.7L NA Petrol/2.8L Turbo Diesel	2.0L Turbo Diesel / 2.0L Twin-Turbo Diesel	2.0L Turbo Petrol	2.0L Turbo Diesel
Power	163hp	166hp/205hp	161hp/216hp	190hp	170hp
Torque	300Nm	245Nm/420-500Nm	374Nm/479Nm	320Nm	350Nm
Transmission	CVT	5MT or 6AT/6MT or 6AT	8AT	7DCT	6MT/9AT
Layout	FWD	RWD/RWD or AWD	RWD/AWD	AWD	FWD/AWD

Nissan X-Trail Vs Rivals: Price

The Jeep Meridian is currently the most affordable option in this segment with prices starting from Rs 29.49 lakh. On the other hand, the Toyota Fortuner can cost up to Rs 51.44 lakh, making it the priciest SUV here. Given that the X-Trail will be imported as a CBU, it is priced at Rs 49.92 lakh.

	Nissan X-Trail	Toyota Fortuner	MG Gloster	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Prices (Ex-Showroom)	Rs 49.92 Lakh	Rs 33.43 Lakh to Rs 51.44 Lakh	Rs 38.80 Lakh to Rs 43.87 Lakh	Rs 39.99 Lakh	Rs 29.49 Lakh to Rs 39,83 Lakh

The Nissan X-Trail's introduction adds another choice for Indian buyers looking for premium three-row SUVs. Its unique features like large alloy wheels and competitive pricing make it an intriguing option against established rivals.