Trail mix
The Nissan X-Trail nameplate The T isn't new to the Indian market. Both the first and second-generation models were sold in India and helped bolster the brand's image in the premium end of the car market. Over the last few years, though, Nissan's focus has solely been on the mass market and this fourthgeneration X-Trail will be tasked with shifting the narrative slightly and priming the market for the arrival of potential blockbusters in the form of two new C-SUVs, a 5-seater and a 7-seater, and an affordable EV, all scheduled to arrive before the end of FY2026.
The X-Trail is being imported from Japan as a completely built-up (CBU) unit so, volume is not what Nissan's gunning for anyway. Plus, the segment in which the X-Trail is positioned isn't a high-volume one anyway. That said, besides the Toyota Fortuner and MG Gloster that attract a very different set of customers, the X-Trail will take on some very capable products in the form of the Hyundai Tucson, Skoda Kodiaq and the Volkswagen Tiguan. Strictly speaking, given the three-row layout and petrol powertrain, the only real rival is the Skoda Kodiaq, though.
Design and styling are subjective and we're not going to force our opinion on anyone, but we do think the Nissan X-Trail has plenty of visual appeal to attract prospective customers. It has got a stylish, yet imposing fascia thanks in part to the signature V Motion grille, something we've seen on the Kicks in the past too, and the split headlamp setup. 20-inch wheels look great too, but some might find the rear section of the X-Trail a bit bland. It will be offered in just three colour options - Pearl White, Diamond Black and Champagne Silver.
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