What Transmission Does the X-Trail Equip?
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New X-Trail is equipped with Jacto's JF017E CVT transmission capable of simulating 8 speeds, paired with Nissan's latest VC-series KR15 1.5T three-cylinder engine. Below is relevant information about transmissions: Transmission: A transmission is a device that changes speed ratios and motion direction, used in automobiles, tractors, ships, machine tools, and various machinery to alter torque, speed, and motion direction transmitted from the driving shaft to the driven shaft under different working conditions. Gear-driven transmissions generally consist of a housing and multiple gear pairs. Transmissions are divided into manual and automatic types. Manual transmissions mainly consist of gears and shafts, achieving speed and torque changes through different gear combinations. Automatic transmissions (AT) comprise torque converters, planetary gears, hydraulic torque control systems, and hydraulic control systems, achieving speed and torque changes through hydraulic transmission and gear combinations. Transmission Maintenance: Regularly change transmission fluid. Manual transmission models should have their transmission fluid changed every 3 years or 60,000 kilometers, while automatic transmission models should have theirs changed every 4 years or 60,000-80,000 kilometers.
I have personal experience driving the X-Trail, which is equipped with Nissan's renowned XTRONIC CVT continuously variable automatic transmission. It operates exceptionally smoothly, without any noticeable gear shifts, making the drive as effortless as gliding on ice. I recall during city traffic jams, with frequent starts and stops, the transmission automatically adjusts speed, delivering excellent fuel efficiency with an average consumption of around 7L. When overtaking on the highway, the power response is quick and reliable. The downside is that during heavy acceleration, the engine noise becomes slightly loud and a bit intrusive. I recommend owners regularly check the transmission fluid and replace it every 40,000 kilometers to maintain the condition of the steel belt drive system and avoid malfunctions that could affect long-distance travel. Compared to other SUVs, it is more reliable than some automatic manual transmissions and has significantly lower maintenance costs.
As a family car choice, I opted for the X-Trail, one of the reasons being its well-designed and reliable CVT transmission. When driving the kids to and from school, it automatically adjusts gears, providing stable acceleration without any jerking. Not only do the kids not get carsick, but the fuel consumption is also incredibly low—less than 10L for long trips, saving money and hassle. Maintenance isn’t a headache either; routine oil changes can be handled at regular repair shops, costing less than dual-clutch transmissions. In comparison, some friends’ cars with traditional automatic transmissions shake noticeably when starting from a stop, while the X-Trail performs much better. However, you need to step on the gas a bit more when starting on steep slopes to avoid slipping, but it’s more than sufficient for daily commutes.
I bought the new X-Trail last year, and the transmission has been performing excellently so far. It's a CVT automatic, providing smooth acceleration without any lag. Commuting to and from work is super easy with its quick response and fuel efficiency. It's also stable on the highway with few issues. The only downside is the loud engine noise during rapid acceleration, but it's tolerable. Maintenance is straightforward—just follow the manual for oil changes.
