What is the x-trail?
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X-TRAIL is a compact SUV under Nissan, known as "Qijun" in Chinese. The "x" in x-trail represents vehicles that challenge 4×4 capabilities, while "trail" signifies wheel tracks, rugged roads, and off-road terrains. Combining these elements, "x-trail" symbolizes a novel 4×4 vehicle. The Qijun comes in both 5-door 5-seater and 5-door 7-seater configurations. The 5-door 5-seater version measures 4681mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1730mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2706mm. It is equipped with a 1.5T L3 turbocharged engine delivering a maximum horsepower of 204. Paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission (simulating 8 gears), the Qijun is more suited for urban road driving. The drive configuration is front-engine front-wheel drive, with an available four-wheel-drive version. Unlike traditional off-road vehicles, the Qijun, even with its four-wheel-drive system, lacks a transfer case, low-range gears, and still uses a CVT transmission, which prevents it from being used as a true off-road vehicle. The Qijun only offers better passability than regular sedans.
As a mom who shuttles kids to school daily, I've driven many cars, and the X-Trail is our family's main SUV. It's actually a midsize SUV from Nissan, designed to be incredibly practical, especially for families. We chose the five-seater version, with spacious rear seats that comfortably fit two child safety seats, and a trunk that swallows strollers and loads of miscellaneous items. The powertrain offers gasoline or hybrid options—I use the 1.5T hybrid, which sips fuel at just 5.5L/100km, making city commutes super economical. For comfort, the seats feature memory functions, preventing backaches on long drives, while safety tech like the rearview camera and blind-spot monitoring makes it easy even for novice drivers. Maintenance is affordable, and the dealership service is great—I've only replaced the tires once in three years, proving its high reliability. On weekends, we often take it out to the countryside; though not a hardcore off-roader, its 4WD mode handles muddy roads effortlessly. Overall, if you're looking for a practical, economical, and safe family car, the X-Trail is definitely worth considering.
