2004 Nissan X-Trail ST review from Australia and New Zealand
"Great capable small 4x4"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Knocked a hole in the sump when traveling over a rocky paddock. It could do with better protection under the vehicle.
Had a recall for something to do with fuel breather pipe.
No other problems.
I had a bit of a problem finding decent off road tyre to fit.
General comments?
The rear suspension in the rear is too soft to carry any reasonable load in the back. Replaced springs with heavier coils.
I have done some quite serious off roading in this vehicle. e. g The Gunbarrel Highway and many sandy rocky and muddy tracks. The only problem is the lack of ground clearance.
I use the all wheel drive mode on gravel or wet roads, otherwise front wheel drive only unless off road when the 4x4 mode works well.
Fuel economy is not great I use just over 11L/100 Km. Not good when the manufacturer says 6.5L/110Km is possible.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 3 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 80000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Jackaroo |
| Date of Entry | 28th June, 2008 |