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Nissan X-Trail

Nissan X-Trail

Overall Average Rating - 86.13%
Position in the Top 100 cars - 36th

Ratings

Position in the Top 100 cars
Reliability: 46th
Build Quality: 58th
Running Costs: 51st
Performance: 40th
Braking: 83rd
Ride Quality: 21st
Handling: 60th
Practicality: 10th
Comfort: 19th
Ease of Driving: 38th

Your Quotes

“Auto Express recommended the model as a top used buy, and I haven't been disappointed. It's a really solid, practical and comfortable vehicle.”

Mr Stuart Bourne - West Yorkshire

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“I love my X-Trail. It's fantastic.”

Valerie Earl - Manchester

“Practical, good looking and reliable, but lacks pace.”

Mr Nick Cook - Merseyside

Manufacturer Verdict (Position - 21st)

More than any other car maker, Nissan has placed its faith in 4x4s. The firm’'s UK range now includes six all-wheel-drive models, as it claims that’s what it's customers want. Unfortunately, your reviews have seen it drop three places in this chart. Disappointingly, the Nissan range can'’t get higher than 12th in any one category. But will the popularity of SUVs work in Nissan’'s favour? Only time will tell.

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