2002 Nissan X-Trail Reviews

After doing a lot of research on which car to replace my super reliable Hilux with, I decided on the X-Trail.

I loved the ride (especially the auto) in the fist 3 days I had it, but then the computer box blow up for no apparent reason.

Car spent 3 weeks in the shop while we tried to find a second hand unit from a scrap yard, but eventually gave up after finding none (for my specific model).

Car in the shop to fit a new box at a HUGE price.

Might get it back later next week.

Very depressed, and now having second thoughts as to keeping it.

Otherwise I loved the car. Not as capable offroad as my previous 4X4s, but then again it is much lighter on fuel and more comfortable.

Nothing.

This car has plenty grunt and is very reliable, comfortable and looks good, as mentioned before by other owners the air conditioning and mode LCD are too low and difficult to see in bright light.

Nothing.

Heavy steering caused shoulder problems.

Could not get comfortable.

Seats do not grip in corners, slide around because of nylon covers.

Manufacturer claims 28mpg urban, 38mpg motorway / freeway and 32 mpg combined. Dealer says you're doing well if you better 20, mine averaged 26 on mostly motorway/freeway.

Well put together, spacious, well equipped. Would buy a diesel automatic if they made one with lighter steering.

Rolls in corners.

Appalling acceleration, peak power at 5,000 revs. Not good at towing.

The Nissan X-trail 2.5 L, 4 inline, has a great mechanical setup, with powerful brakes and 180 horsepower in a small 4 inline engine. Handling the best, and I can climb at 60 kilometers per hour at 3000 revolutions per minute. Try it.