Nissan X-TRAIL will be coming to Europe in 2022
To further complement their range of stylish crossovers, Nissan took the wraps off their all-new X-Trail SUV. Debuting at the Auto Shanghai, Nissan further announced that this highly anticipated SUV will be introduced in around summer next year. Much like its Qashqai cousin, the X-Trail will be based upon the Alliance CMF-C platform, which is a highly advanced architecture that was designed to accommodate Nissan’s advanced e-POWER powertrain.
The latest X-Trail will be entering its fourth generation and has become a very successful family-oriented SUV. Nissan has somehow found the right formula in keeping the X-Trail nameplate in demand and given how flexible and versatile its interior has become, we can see why. So, what can expect from the new X-Trail? Well for starters a new Nissan e-POWER will be installed. This will be a unique Nissan innovation and a key component in the company’s Intelligent Mobility strategy.
This unique element of the e-POWER been installed is so that the petrol engine will be used solely to generate electricity, while the wheels are driven only by the electric motor. This basically means that the engine can always run within its optimal range. This powertrain innovation is aimed at consumers who are not ready to embrace a fully electric vehicle. The 4WD version will continue with the all-new X-Trail as a natural choice for families who enjoy enduring rugged versatility. This is further supported by advanced snow, gravel, or mud configurable all-wheel drive system that will make the X-Trail both confident on and off the road.
Europeans can expect the new X-Trail to arrive in the summer of 2022. Nissan has clearly had a bold but optimistic approach in unveiling breath-taking vehicles. Back in November 2019, the Japanese brand took to stage to unveil their second-generation Juke and later their fully electric Ariya. The all-new X-Trail has demonstrated again how ambitious Nissan has become in recent years.
Guillaume Cartier, Chairperson, Nissan Africa, Middle East, India, Europe, and Oceania (AMIEO) region says “The renewal of Nissan’s line-up continues at pace. The new X-Trail will remain true to its well-established SUV formula which has proved so successful for Nissan since the introduction of the first model in 2001. It will offer more efficiency, refinement, versatility, and user-friendly technology. And it will complement its electrified crossover cousins in the range, giving customers an outstanding SUV with an electrified powertrain for their daily needs,”
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FAQ
Q: When will the Nissan X-Trail arrive in Europe and South Africa?
The new Nissan X-Trail is scheduled to arrive in Europe during summer 2022, with South African availability typically following 6-12 months later, so expect local arrival around early to mid-2023.
Q: What is the Nissan e-POWER system in the new X-Trail?
The e-POWER system uses a petrol engine purely to generate electricity while an electric motor drives the wheels, allowing the engine to run in its optimal range at all times for better efficiency and performance.
Q: Will the new X-Trail have all-wheel drive capability?
Yes, the new X-Trail will offer a 4WD version with an advanced all-wheel drive system that can be configured for snow, gravel, or mud conditions, making it capable both on and off-road.
Q: What platform is the new Nissan X-Trail built on?
The fourth-generation X-Trail is built on the Alliance CMF-C platform, the same advanced architecture used by the Qashqai, specifically designed to accommodate Nissan's e-POWER hybrid technology.
Q: How does the new X-Trail compare to fully electric vehicles?
The X-Trail's e-POWER system is designed for buyers who want electric motor driving benefits but aren't ready for a fully electric vehicle, offering a bridge between traditional petrol engines and full EVs like Nissan's Ariya.
Should You Buy It?
The new Nissan X-Trail looks promising for South African families seeking a versatile SUV with hybrid efficiency, but hold your horses until local pricing is confirmed. Based on current X-Trail pricing and the new hybrid tech, expect the new model to start around R650,000 for the base version, with the 4WD variant likely pushing past R750,000. If you need a seven-seater SUV right now, the current X-Trail at around R580,000 is still solid value. However, if you can wait until 2023, the new e-POWER system should deliver significantly better fuel economy, which matters when petrol prices keep climbing. The advanced all-wheel drive system makes it a smart choice for families who actually use their SUV's capabilities beyond the school run. Bottom line: wait for the new one if you can, it's shaping up to be worth the extra cash for the hybrid tech alone.
