(3rd generation) is based on the modular CMF platform, which is a modern variation of the Nissan C platform. Most of the car body elements are made of high-strength steels, significantly lightening the total weight of the structure. The curb weight of the crossover, depending on the modification, varies in the range of 1525-1675 kg.
The Russian specification Nissan X-Trail provides for the presence of three power units: two gasoline "aspirated" with a volume of 2.0 and 2.5 liters (144 and 171 hp respectively), as well as a turbocharged diesel 1.6 dCi with a return of 130 hp. (320 Nm). Both petrol engines were installed on the previous generation (X-Trail T31), however, during the update of the crossover, they were modernized, resulting in a slight increase in power. Together with the engine, either a 6-speed manual transmission or an XTronic variator, emulating seven ranges, can work. Along with the front-wheel drive layout, there is an all-wheel drive with an intelligent All Mode 4 × 4-i all-wheel drive system.
The SUV's suspension is a scheme with MacPherson struts and a rear multi-link, and each of the modifications has its own chassis settings. The basic volume of the trunk of the car is limited to 497 liters (with five seats), the maximum is 1585 liters (configuration with two front passengers and folded backs of the rear seats).
The fuel consumption of the Nissan X-Trail T32 with a 2.0 engine is 7.1-11.2 liters, depending on the modification and driving mode. An all-wheel drive crossover with a 2.5 engine burns about 8.3 liters of fuel on average. Diesel X-Trail is the most economical - consumption of no more than 5.3 liters of diesel fuel per 100 km of track with a combined driving cycle.
Specifications Nissan X-Trail T32 - summary table:
| Parameter | X-Trail 1.6 dCi 130 hp | X-Trail 2.0 144 hp | X-Trail 2.5 171 hp | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||||
| engine's type | diesel | petrol | |||
| Pressurization | there is | No | |||
| Number of cylinders | 4 | ||||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | ||||
| Volume, cubic meters cm. | 1598 | 1997 | 2488 | ||
| Power, h.p. (at rpm) | 130 (4000) | 144 (6000) | 171 (6000) | ||
| 320 (1750) | 200 (4400) | 233 (4000) | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Drive unit | 4WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 6MKPP | 6MKPP | Xtronic CVT variator | Xtronic CVT variator | Xtronic CVT variator |
| Suspension | |||||
| Front suspension type | independent MacPherson type | ||||
| Rear suspension type | independent multi-link | ||||
| Brake system | |||||
| Front brakes | ventilated disc | ||||
| Rear brakes | disk | ||||
| Steering | |||||
| Amplifier type | electric | ||||
| Tires | |||||
| Tire size | 225/65 R17, 225/60 R18 | ||||
| Dimension of disks | 17 × 7.0J, 18 × 7.0J | ||||
| Fuel | |||||
| Fuel type | DT | AI-95 | |||
| Tank volume, l | 60 | ||||
| Fuel consumption | |||||
| Urban cycle, l / 100 km | 6.2 | 11.2 | 9.0 | 9.4 | 11.3 |
| Country cycle, l / 100 km | 4.8 | 6.6 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 |
| Combined cycle, l / 100 km | 5.3 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 8.3 |
| dimensions | |||||
| Number of seats | 5 | ||||
| Length, mm | 4640 | ||||
| Width, mm | 1820 | ||||
| Height, mm | 1710 (1715 with rails) | ||||
| Wheelbase, mm | 2705 | ||||
| Front wheel track, mm | 1575 | ||||
| Rear wheel track, mm | 1575 | ||||
| Front overhang, mm | 940 | ||||
| Rear overhang, mm | 995 | ||||
| Trunk volume, l | 497 | ||||
| Trunk volume max, l | 1585 | ||||
| Ground clearance (clearance), mm | 210 | ||||
| Weight | |||||
| Curb, kg | 1675 | 1525 | 1555 | 1642 | 1659 |
| Full, kg | 2130 | 1930 | 1990 | 2060 | 2070 |
| Dynamic characteristics | |||||
| Maximum speed, km / h | 186 | 183 | 183 | 180 | 190 |
| Acceleration time to 100 km / h, s | 11.0 | 11.1 | 11.7 | 12.1 | 10.5 |
Engines Nissan X-Trail T32
1.6 dCi R9M 130 hp
The new turbodiesel Energy dCi 130 with the factory index R9M was developed by Renault-Nissan for the purpose of subsequent installation on its models. The production of the power unit was launched in 2011 in France. The engine belongs to a new generation of engines that are characterized by economy, high torque and low carbon dioxide emissions. The power unit is equipped with a Start / Stop system, a variable geometry compressor, a cold cycle exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, and Direct Injection. The R9M cylinder block is made of cast iron, the cylinder head is made of aluminum, the pistons are graphite-coated.
The maximum torque of 320 Nm is reached at 1,750 rpm, while 80% of the peak torque is available already at 1,500 rpm. The engine complies with Euro 5 requirements, but is also prepared for the transition to Euro 6. The motor is also installed on cars, and.
2.0 MR20DD 144 HP
The MR20DD petrol engine is an upgraded MR20DE unit from the previous Ixtrail. During the upgrade, the engine was equipped with a variable valve timing system on both camshafts, an intake manifold with variable length and direct injection. As a result, the power increased from 141 to 144 hp and the torque increased from 196 to 200 Nm.
2.5 QR25DE 171 HP
The four-cylinder QR25DE engine is a real long-liver, since it appeared back in 1999 and was installed on the very first Nissan X-Trail. During its life, the unit has been repeatedly updated, having received another portion of innovations by the time of the debut of the third generation of Ixtrail. The motor got a new block head with holes for injectors (previously the injectors were installed on the manifold), a phase change system on the intake and exhaust valves, and an intake tract with an adjustable length. All this, combined with an increase in the compression ratio from 9.6 to 10.0, gave a gain of 2 hp. (171 versus the previous 169 hp) At the same time, the peak engine torque shifted from 4400 to 4000 rpm.
Technical characteristics of Nissan X-Trail T32 engines - table:
| Parameter | 1.6 dCi 130 hp | 2.0 144 hp | 2.5 171 HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine code | R9M | MR20DD | QR25DE |
| engine's type | diesel turbocharged | gasoline without turbocharging | |
| Supply system | direct injection common rail, two camshafts (DOHC) | direct injection, two camshafts (DOHC), dual variable valve timing | multipoint injection, two camshafts (DOHC), dual variable valve timing |
| Number of cylinders | 4 | ||
| Arrangement of cylinders | inline | ||
| Number of valves | 16 | ||
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 80.0 | 84.0 | 89 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 79.5 | 90.1 | 100 |
| Compression ratio | 15.4:1 | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Working volume, cubic meters cm. | 1598 | 1997 | 2488 |
| Power, h.p. (at rpm) | 130 (4000) | 144 (6000) | 171 (6000) |
| Torque, N * m (at rpm) | 320 (1750) | 200 (4400) | 233 (4000) |
All wheel drive Nissan X-Trail
Crossover Nissan Ixtrail is an original front-wheel drive car with a rear axle plug-in. The main component of the All Mode 4 × 4-i system is an electromagnetic clutch installed in front of the rear differential. The all-wheel drive system can be controlled using a three-mode switch located on the center tunnel.
The "2WD" position provides for the clutch to open, however, in this mode, the crossover still does not become exclusively front-wheel drive. If the electronics deem it necessary, some of the effort will go to the rear axle, but still the connection will be reluctant. The "4WD" mode is suitable for almost any conditions, therefore, it will most likely be used by the owner most often. In this case, the rear axle is connected automatically when the front wheels slip. The ratio of the transmitted torque varies from 100: 0 to 50:50.
In the "Lock" mode, the maximum current is applied to the clutch solenoid, as a result of which the clutch is completely locked. In this case, the effort is distributed in a fixed ratio of 50:50, which is forcibly maintained when driving at speeds up to 40 km / h. Exceeding this speed limit leads to the transition to the "Auto" mode.
The all-wheel drive design does not provide for the presence of full-fledged locks for the front and rear differentials. Electronic imitation of cross-wheel locks is performed by braking a slipping wheel.
Nissan X ‑ Trail 2.5 engine liters of the QR25DE series were installed on all generations of the SUV. True, with different settings and some features, the power unit operating on gasoline in different years and in different markets produced from 152 to 178 hp. On the current version of the Nissan X trail 2.5 liters. in the Russian specification it produces 171 hp. Next, about the features of the power unit. 
Nissan X ‑ Trail 2.5 engine design
Quite a powerful 2.5-liter gasoline aspirated is a modification of the 2-liter QR20DE series power unit. The Japanese designers decided to use the same cylinder block, but shorten the connecting rods and use a crankshaft with a different crank radius. As a result, the piston stroke increased to 100 mm, but the load on the connecting rod-piston group increased significantly. They had to introduce special balancing shafts that help avoid serious vibrations and stabilize the significant centrifugal forces that the crankshaft is now exposed to.
The inline 4-cylinder 16-valve Nissan X-Trail engine has an aluminum cylinder block and a timing chain drive. There is a variable valve timing system. The phase shifter is installed on the intake camshaft. In the modern version, the phase shifter motors are already on both shafts. On more powerful engine versions, direct fuel injection is used. On the latest modifications of the power unit, an intake manifold with a variable geometry appeared.
The head of the block of cylinders of the engine X trail 2.5
The cylinder head is made of aluminum alloy. Two camshafts and elements of the actuator of the variable valve timing system are installed in the cylinder head. The variable valve timing system works due to the parts installed in the cylinder head and on the camshafts that provide the oil pressure necessary for the operation of all elements. The electronic engine control system closes or opens the oil supply solenoid valve, thereby displacing the camshaft by a certain degree relative to the valve axis. The motor does not have hydraulic compensators. The valve clearance is adjusted by selecting washers of different thicknesses.
Timing drive Nissan X trail 2.5 l.
Timing chain drive. After 130-150 thousand kilometers, the chain can stretch. The first signs of chain wear are not only increased noise, which you may not even notice, but problems with starting the engine. If the motor starts getting worse and worse, this is the first sign that even the phase change system cannot cope and it is time to replace the circuit. In addition to the main chain, there is another small one that rotates the drive of the oil pump located in the sump. The timing diagram is further in the picture.
Nissan X ‑ Trail 2.5 engine specifications
- Working volume - 2488 cm3
- Number of cylinders - 4
- Number of valves - 16
- Cylinder diameter - 89 mm
- Piston stroke - 100 mm
- Timing Drive - Chain (DOHC)
- Power h.p. (kW) - 171 (126) at 6000 rpm. in min.
- Torque - 233 Nm at 4000 rpm in min.
- Maximum speed - 190 km / h
- Acceleration to the first hundred - 10.5 seconds
- Fuel type - AI-95 gasoline
- Fuel consumption in the city - 11.3 liters
- Combined fuel consumption - 8.3 liters
- Fuel consumption on the highway - 6.6 liters
In the Russian market, this engine is installed in combination with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, so the actual fuel consumption may turn out to be significantly higher than that declared by the manufacturer. Especially if you suddenly decide to experience the crossover off-road.
The alternation of frost and thaw periods, so typical for Central Russia, often becomes the reason that the rubber bands of windshield wipers are often frozen to it due to frost.
How can such problems be avoided?
In order to encounter such a phenomenon as rarely as possible, car drivers use all sorts of methods. The most popular is still the method of lifting their leashes, and leaving them in this state for the entire time of parking. Despite the fact that this makes it possible to ensure that the rubber bands do not freeze to the windshield, there is another negative point - the stretching of the springs.
Causes of freezing wipers. The most likely cause is bad weather, with rainfall or sleet. When the air temperature is below zero, snow falling on the windshield of the car causes ice to form. The consequence of this is the blocking of the glass cleaners.
Prevention methods. There are several options for preventing this situation from occurring.
Option 1. Treatment with silicone grease.
This method is one of the most inexpensive, but quite effective. Most drivers know that silicone is water repellent. This means that its application can serve as a solution to the problem of icing wipers, and freezing of brushes to the windshield. The most optimal choice would be a lubricant in the form of a spray with a dispenser, which will make it possible to process the required areas as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Before using this tool, you need to completely remove the snow from the windshield and wipers, and wipe them with an anti-freeze. After that, on the part of the brush that has a rubber coating, apply the specified agent in a thin layer, and distribute along its entire length with a dry cloth.
Option 2. Installation of heating strips.
Another fairly effective option that belongs to the budget category. It consists of small strips that should be glued to the windshield in the place where the wipers usually end. They work from a cigarette lighter in the cabin, and after they heat up, the ice crust will be removed in about 5 minutes.
Option 3. Isolation of brushes from glass.
In the place where the wipers and glass come into contact, they must be wiped off with a dry cloth. After that, specially prepared covers should be put on them. If you are going to start the car in the morning, it will be enough to simply remove the covers from the wipers to get them ready for work.
Option 4. Using alcohol.
A fairly simple and effective way. It is necessary to dilute alcohol with water in a 2: 1 ratio, and then spray the resulting liquid on the windshield. This will prevent the rubber bands of the brushes from freezing to
(factory index T31) was created on a platform called the Nissan C. The car turned out to be very popular, which is not surprising: for a little over a million they offered a mid-size SUV with a huge trunk. But is it worth looking for "cunning", as owners often call him, in the secondary market?
OFFICIAL VERSIONS
Most of the X-Trails that appeared on the Russian market were imported by official dealers. Until 2009, all the cars we sell were of Japanese assembly. Later, they set up production at the Nissan plant in St. Petersburg. It is gratifying that absolutely all modifications, both diesel and gasoline, were officially sold with us. This is good, because there is a great chance of saving all service documentation. We also have right-hand drive versions, but mostly beyond the Urals.
GENTLE SKIN
The X-Trail has a masculine appearance, but the body paint is surprisingly delicate. Within a few years the varnish begins to grow cloudy and rub off - like all external chrome. And chips on the paint remain even after light blows with small stones. Worst of all, if they appear on a non-galvanized roof: the places of "combat contacts" quickly rust.
The main source of unpleasant sounds outside is the rattling plastic panel under the wipers.
The interior is also not without "crickets". The chief of them settled in the cup holders of the lower part of the center console. Seat upholstery, be it fabric or leatherette, does not differ in durability and after two years it is rubbed out, losing its presentation. Usually by this time the steering wheel rim is also peeling off. But the heater upsets even more. Three years later, his motor begins to whistle due to the wear of the brush assembly and the collector, which promises an early replacement of the complete part (10,000 rubles).
Do not be surprised if at one "fine" moment the audio system or cruise control stops responding to the buttons on the steering wheel, which means that the loop is out of order. If you can't restore it, a new one will cost 10,700 rubles.
For cars in expensive trim levels, it will not be superfluous to check the serviceability of the electric drives of the seats, especially the driver's one, otherwise you will have to fork out for a couple of tens of thousands of rubles. The frame of the driver's seat creaks regardless of the configuration: the sounds of an old sofa are made by many copies older than three years.
A rechargeable battery usually can withstand no more than three to four years in our climate. There are no particular problems with the generator, and its breakdown is the exception rather than the rule.
FOLLOW YOUR HEART
The assortment of power units at X-Trail does not shine with variety - only in-line “fours”. In the engine range, the 2.0-liter (140 hp) MR20DE petrol engines and the 2.5-liter QR25DE (169 hp) are combined with the two-liter M9R turbodiesel in two power options (150 or 173 hp). ...
More than half of the cars on the market are equipped with two-liter gasoline - and they break down most often. Moreover, the owners of the X-Trails of 2008 were in a worse position: on some machines, the engines had a piston group defect and suffered from increased oil consumption. The piston was changed under warranty, so when choosing a 2008 car, it would be nice to check the service history.
In addition, after 140,000-150,000 kilometers, some engines have piston rings and oil consumption exceeds a liter per thousand kilometers. Decarbonization does not always help, and then prepare 4500 rubles for a set of piston rings and valve stem seals. Plus - what did you think? - five times more for work.
Be sure to inspect the engine from below. After 60,000–70,000 kilometers, the sealant, which acts as a pallet gasket, begins to let the lubricant pass. Broaching the pan bolts often helps, but sometimes you have to reapply the sealant.
Engine oil is not the only fluid that X ‑ Trail is actively losing. If the level of antifreeze drops regularly, check the expansion tank for leaks. Leaking at the junction of the upper and lower parts is a trademark of the two-liter unit. Less commonly, fluid seeps out from under the thermostat gasket. If the antifreeze goes away and you can't see any leaks from the outside, it's a bad thing. The MR20DE motor has thin walls of the candle wells, and it is enough to slightly overdo it when tightening, so that the threads crack and antifreeze begins to enter the combustion chamber. Therefore, make it a rule to tighten the candles only with a torque wrench.
The rest of the two-liter unit is very similar to its older brother with the QR25DE index. If the car suddenly refused to start (this happens, as a rule, after 120,000-130,000 kilometers), then it's time to change the stretched timing chain (4,600 rubles).
Regardless of the type of engine, the fuel gauge is lying. Fortunately, a clogged and, as a result, a sticky fuel level sensor is replaced separately (5600 rubles). But the fuel filter can be changed exclusively in assembly with a gasoline pump (10,900 rubles). In order not to spend money on an expensive unit, for prevention, clean the filter mesh every 30,000-35,000 kilometers.
After 100,000-110,000 kilometers, the valves will have to be adjusted. You heard right: the clearances of all engines are set in the old fashioned way, by selecting the thickness of the pushers (adjusting washers are not provided). Not the most persistent engine mounts require replacement even up to 100,000 kilometers (6500 rubles for the front and 2400 rubles for the rear).
There are few diesel cars on our market - about 5% of the total volume. It's a pity! After all, the two-liter turbodiesel M9R has almost no weak points. Is that the return line of the fuel system ... Its pipes often burst (5400 rubles), and the sealing rings begin to let the diesel fuel through.
GIVE BELT
The X ‑ Trail was equipped with “mechanics”, “automatic” (6-speed) or a variator.
The traditional mechanical transmission is very tenacious. Perhaps its only ailment is that the clutch had to be changed for 30,000-40,000 kilometers in 2010 cars due to a defective disc.
The six-speed "automatic" Jatco JF613E is found exclusively in tandem with a diesel engine, and this unit is not a frequent visitor in our market - although six out of ten diesel cars are equipped with an "automatic". But in terms of reliability, Japanese hydromechanics is almost as good as conventional “mechanics” - provided that the oil is changed every 50,000–60,000 kilometers. Of course, the solenoids in the valve body are not as reliable as those of Jim's GA6l45R automatic machine (it is familiar not only to American car owners, but also to BMW fans). However, thanks to a competent management program, they live no less, like the whole box as a whole.
Modifications with the Jatco JF011E variator must be recognized as the most expensive to operate. Not only repairs, but also routine maintenance costs a pretty penny. For example, replacing expensive Nissan CVT Fluid NS ‑ 2 oil (every four years or every 60,000 kilometers) and an oil filter will cost about 16,000 rubles along with work. And the pushing belt, which requires replacement every 150,000 kilometers, will cost 20,000 rubles. But saving on maintenance can be even more expensive. If you miss the oil change, wear debris will jam the oil pump pressure relief valve (13,000 rubles) and oil starvation of the unit is ensured. The belt will close the variator cones (52,000 rubles). Together with the cones, the valve block (45,000 rubles) and the stepper motor (6800 rubles) will suffer. The failure of the latter is usually accompanied by a hang in one gear.
The driveshaft joints and CV joints are reliable, just be sure to monitor the condition of the anthers (5600 rubles per set). And don't forget that the X-Trail is a SUV, not an all-terrain vehicle. Long forays into serious off-road conditions and frequent slippage can condemn the electromagnetic clutch for connecting the rear wheels (43,000 rubles).
LIGAMENT RUPTURE
The X-Trail suspension is similar to the Kashkaya suspension in both design and problems. The weakest link is the thrust bearings (1000 rubles each). Dirt and sand that gets into the bearing will wear it out over 20,000–30,000 kilometers. But this applies to cars of the first three years of production. Later, the assembly was modified, extending the life of the bearings to 100,000 kilometers.
The struts (2,000 rubles per set) and anti-roll bar bushings (1,100 rubles) serve a little longer than 40,000 kilometers. To replace the latter, you will have to remove the subframe, on which, at the same time, it would be nice to change the silent blocks. They are not sold separately for versions with a 2.5-liter engine, but similar parts from a two-liter version will do. Silent blocks and ball joints of the front lower arms (6400 rubles each) hold up to 80,000-100,000 kilometers. On this run, a series of wheel bearings are suitable, which are changed only together with the hub (6400 rubles each).
The rear suspension is the most troublesome with the lower shock bushings, especially in early-model cars. After restyling in 2010, the bushings were finalized, and the sore was left behind. Do they knock on the supports and plastic covers of the front shock absorbers? This feature is easier to come to terms with than trying to eliminate it.
The steering rack is quite reliable and does not start knocking earlier than 140,000-150,000 kilometers. When you turn the steering wheel, the steering shaft gimbals often make a sound (4400 rubles) and its rubber seals creak. Silicone lubrication has already become a ritual for X-Trail owners.
The braking system is also reliable. In some cars, the ABS unit failed - most often after storming fords and other mud baths.
Despite childhood illnesses, the X-Trail T31 series has become a true bestseller among crossovers. It is very tempting to get a lot of cars for relatively little money.
For the price, only the Mitsubishi Outlander is comparable to it. Korean competitors Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe are even more expensive by 40,000-50,000 rubles.
The X ‑ Trail loses in value less than 9% per year. And if you decide to buy it, you'd better aim for the version with "mechanics" and a 2.5-liter engine.
The ideal option is a diesel engine with a classic "automatic", but you will not find such cars in the daytime with fire. And the more affordable automatic version with a variator, even in good condition, can require considerable operating costs.
SELLER'S WORD
Artem MELNICHUK, director of used car dealership
With the sale, not everything is clear. I cannot say that the X-Trail is a slow-moving car. Buyers love it for its large trunk, spacious interior and good crossover cross-country ability. Cars with "mechanics" are bought up the fastest. The electromagnetic clutch and especially the variator are alarming for many: a possible repair will cost a tidy sum (although the variator does not necessarily require repair).
Another great advantage of the machine is that over the years, its resale value decreases very slowly, if not almost does not drop at all. But if a car has an opaque service history, it is almost impossible to sell it at an affordable price.
OWNER'S WORD
Lev TIKHON, owner of the Nissan X-Trail crossover (2011, 2.0 l, manual gearbox, mileage 46,000 km)
This is my second X-Trail. The main criteria for choosing a car were a spacious interior, high ground clearance and a low price.
The first X-Trail, produced in 2007, lived with me for four years, during which I wound 200,000 kilometers. The biggest trouble happened in the 63rd thousand, when the rear gearbox collapsed. It was changed under warranty, but it took 250 kilometers to get to the dealer. The rest of the car was very reliable. In addition to the gearbox, I only changed the support bearings and the stabilizer struts. And the clutch at the manual box and completely departed 200 thousand!
When it came time to change the car, there were no questions - only the X-Trail! Therefore, in 2011, I became the owner of the updated "cunning". Like the previous one, a two-liter engine and a manual transmission. And the equipment is the same. But the assembly is already Russian, and, in my opinion, it is worse than the Japanese one: they obviously saved money on materials and some little things. But I still think the car is good, especially on long journeys. A voyage to Greece only strengthened my opinion.
TECHNICAL SPECIALIST
Stanislav OLYUSHIN, master inspector of the "Flagman-Auto" technical center
Like most crossovers, the Nissan X-Trail is a complex car and requires a lot of maintenance. The biggest problem with a two-liter gasoline engine is the short timing chain resource. I recommend changing it every 100,000 kilometers. For work, excluding the cost of spare parts, you will have to pay about 12,000 rubles.
The diesel engine has problems with the rear circuit of the vacuum pump and the pressure relief valve of the injection pump.
The suspension is too stiff, which affects its reliability. The stabilizer struts and ball joints travel an average of 30,000-40,000 kilometers. But you won't be charged much for repairing the suspension. For example, a complete rear suspension bulkhead will cost 7,000 rubles (excluding the cost of spare parts). MOT also cannot be called very expensive - on average 5,000-7,000 rubles, including all consumables.
The first generation Nissan X-Trail was developed in 2000. This compact crossover was the second Japanese manufacturer's answer to the super popular Toyota RAV4 crossover. The car turned out to be no less popular than the competitor from Toyota and is still being produced. Now the third generation of the car is on the assembly line.
First generation
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As mentioned above, the first generation of the crossover appeared in 2000 and was produced for 7 years, until 2007. The X-Trail was equipped with 5 power units, 3 gasoline and 2 diesel:
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 2 liters, with a capacity of 140 hp. Factory designation QR20DE;
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 2.5 liters, with a capacity of 165 hp. Factory designation QR25DE;
- Gasoline power unit with a volume of 2 liters, with a capacity of 280 hp. Factory marking SR20DE / DET;
Second generation
The sale of the second generation of the Japanese crossover began at the end of 2007. The number of power units in the car decreased, there are now 4 of them, while only two diesel engines were new. The forced 2-liter SR20DE / DET engine with a capacity of 280 hp, which was installed on cars for Japan, was no longer installed on the second generation.
In 2010, the SUV has undergone a slight restyling. However, the list of power units at X-Trail has not changed.
List of second generation Nissan X-Trail engines:
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 2 liters, with a capacity of 140 hp. Factory marking MR20DE / M4R;
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 2.5 liters, with a capacity of 169 hp. Factory designation QR25DE;
- Diesel engine with a volume of 2.2 liters, with a capacity of 114 hp. Factory designation YD22;
- Diesel engine with a volume of 2.2 liters, 136 hp. Factory designation YD22;
Third generation
In 2013, sales of the third generation began, which is being produced to this day. This generation has become practically a new car, externally, with the previous generation, except for the size, practically, nothing related. If the appearance of the car was completely new, then the list of power units has not been updated. However, it would be more correct to write, it simply decreased, diesel engines disappeared from the list of power units, and only gasoline engines remained:
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 2 liters, with a capacity of 145 hp. Factory designation MR20DE / M4R;
- Gasoline engine with a volume of 2.5 liters, with a capacity of 170 hp. Factory designation QR25DE;
As you can see, the first power unit is completely new, but the second one was present in all three generations of the X-Trail, however, every time it was slightly modernized and added in power, albeit a little. If in the first generation the 2.5 liter engine developed 165 hp, then in the third generation it was at 5 hp. more powerful.
Last year, the third generation of the Japanese SUV underwent restyling. The main difference, besides the appearance, which changed relatively insignificantly, was the appearance in the list of power units of a 1.6 liter diesel engine with a capacity of 130 hp. The factory marking of this engine was R9M.
Gasoline engine QR20DE
This motor was installed only on the first generation of the crossover. And he had the following technical characteristics:
| Years of release | from 2000 to 2013 |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Gasoline AI-95 |
| Engine displacement, cubic meters cm | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| 4 | |
| 147/6000 | |
| Torque, Nm / rpm | 200/4000 |
| Fuel consumption, l / 100 km; | |
| town | 11.07.2018 |
| track | 6.7 |
| mixed cycle | 8.5 |
| Piston group: | |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 89 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 80.3 |
| Compression ratio | 9.9 |
| Cylinder block material | aluminum |
| Supply system | injector |
| 3.9 |
The language does not turn out to be successful for this motor. The average resource of this power unit is somewhere between 200-250 thousand kilometers, which, after the practically eternal motors of the 90s, looked like a mockery and an unpleasant surprise for fans of Japanese cars in general and Nissan cars in particular. For this engine, the following grades of oil were provided:
- 0W-30
- 5W-20
- 5W-30
- 5W-40
- 10W-30
- 10W-40
- 10W-60
- 15W-40
- 20W-20
According to the technical manual, the oil change interval was 20,000 km. But from experience, if you follow these recommendations, the engine will travel no more than 200,000 km, so if you want the engine to go more than the above mileage, it is worth reducing the intervals between replacements to 10,000 km.
In addition to Nissan X-Trail, these power units were also installed on the following models:
- Nissan primera
- Nissan teana
- Nissan serena
- Nissan Wingroad
- Nissan avenir
- Nissan prairie
Gasoline engine QR25DE
This engine is, in fact, QR20DE, but with an increased volume of up to 2.5 liters. The Japanese were able to achieve this without cylinder bore, but only by increasing the piston stroke to 100 mm. Despite the fact that this engine cannot be considered successful, it was installed on all three generations of X-Trail, this was due to the fact that the Japanese simply did not have another 2.5 liter engine.
The power unit had the following technical characteristics:
| Years of release | from 2001 to the present day |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Gasoline AI-95 |
| Engine displacement, cubic meters cm | 2488 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Engine power, hp / rev. min | 152/5200 160/5600 173/6000 178/6000 182/6000 200/6600 250/5600 |
| Torque, Nm / rev. min | 245/4400 240/4000 234/4000 244/4000 244/4000 244/5200 329/3600 |
| Fuel consumption, l / 100 km; | |
| town | 13 |
| track | 8.4 |
| mixed cycle | 10.7 |
| Piston group: | |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 89 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 100 |
| Compression ratio | 9.1 9.5 10.5 |
| Cylinder block material | aluminum |
| Supply system | injector |
| The amount of oil in the engine, l. | 5.1 |
Like the previous power unit, it could not boast of high reliability. True, for the second generation of the crossover, the motor underwent a minor upgrade, which had a positive effect on its reliability, but naturally did not increase it radically. Despite the fact that this power unit is related to a two-liter one, it is much more demanding for engine oils. Manufacturers recommend using only two types of oils in it:
- 5W-30
- 5W-40
By the way, if someone does not know, then on the conveyor belt of the Japanese company they fill in oils of their own production, which can only be bought from an authorized dealer.
As for the oil change intervals, then the manufacturers recommend shorter intervals than that of its two-liter counterpart, after only 15,000 km. But in reality, it is better to change at least every 10,000 km, and ideally after 7,500 km.
Since this power unit was produced longer than a two-liter one, then the models on which it was installed more:
- Nissan altima
- Nissan teana
- Nissan maxima
- Nissan Murano
- Nissan pathfinder
- Nissan primera
- Nissan Sentra
- Infiniti QX60 Hybrid
- Nissan bassara
- Nissan serena
- Nissan presage
- Nissan frontier
- Nissan rogue
- Suzuki equator
Petrol powertrain SR20DE / DET
This is the only power unit from the 90s that was installed on a Japanese crossover. True, "X-Trails" with it were available only on the Japanese islands and cars with this engine were not supplied to other countries. But it is quite possible that in the Far East you can find a car with this power unit.
According to reviews, this is the best engine of those that were installed on the Nissan X-Trail, both for reasons of reliability (many consider this engine to be practically eternal) and for reasons of power characteristics. However, it was installed only on the first generation of the jeep, after which it was removed for environmental reasons. This motor had the following technical characteristics:
| Years of release | from 1989 to 2007 |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Gasoline AI-95, AI-98 |
| Engine displacement, cubic meters cm | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Engine power, hp / rev. min | 115/6000 125/5600 140/6400 150/6400 160/6400 165/6400 190/7000 205/6000 205/7200 220/6000 225/6000 230/6400 250/6400 280/6400 |
| Torque, Nm / rev. min | 166/4800 170/4800 179/4800 178/4800 188/4800 192/4800 196/6000 275/4000 206/5200 275/4800 275/4800 280/4800 300/4800 315/3200 |
| Fuel consumption, l / 100 km; | |
| town | 11.5 |
| track | 6.8 |
| mixed cycle | 8.7 |
| Piston group: | |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 |
| Compression ratio | 8.3 (SR20DET) 8.5 (SR20DET) 9.0 (SR20VET) 9.5 (SR20DE / SR20Di) 11.0 (SR20VE) |
| Cylinder block material | aluminum |
| Supply system | injector |
| The amount of oil in the engine, l. | 3.4 |
This power unit uses the widest range of engine oils: - 5W-20
- 5W-30
- 5W-40
- 5W-50
- 10W-30
- 10W-40
- 10W-50
- 10W-60
- 15W-40
- 15W-50
- 20W-20
The list of cars on which the SR20DE was installed is quite large. In addition to the X-Trail, it was installed on an impressive range of models:
- Nissan almera
- Nissan primera
- Nissan 180SX / 200SX / Silvia
- Nissan NX2000 / NX-R / 100NX
- Nissan Pulsar / Saber
- Nissan Sentra / Tsuru
- Infiniti G20
- Nissan avenir
- Nissan bluebird
- Nissan Prairie / Liberty
- Nissan presea
- Nissan rasheen
- Nissan R'nessa
- Nissan serena
- Nissan Wingroad / Tsubame
By the way, due to the high power, the Nissan X-Trail, on which this power unit was installed, wore the GT prefix.
This is the only diesel power unit that was installed on the first X Trail. Compared to its gasoline counterparts, it was much more reliable and significantly lower operating costs. 
Among all the power units installed on the first generation of the Japanese SUV, it can be considered the best. He had the following technical characteristics:
| Years of release | from 1999 to 2007 |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel fuel |
| Engine displacement, cubic meters cm | 2184 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Engine power, hp / rev. min | 77/4000 110/4000 114/4000 126/4000 136/4000 136/4000 |
| Torque, Nm / rev. min | 160/2000 237/2000 247/2000 280/2000 300/2000 314/2000 |
| Fuel consumption, l / 100 km; | |
| town | 9 |
| track | 6.2 |
| mixed cycle | 7.2 |
| Piston group: | |
| Cylinder diameter, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 94 |
| Compression ratio | 16.7 18.0 |
| Cylinder block material | cast iron |
| The amount of oil in the engine, l. | 5,2 6.3 (dry) |
| Engine weight, kg | 210 |
The list of engine oils that can be poured into this motor is quite large:
- 5W-20
- 5W-30
- 10W-30
- 10W-40
- 10W-50
- 15W-40
- 15W-50
- 20W-20
- 20W-40
- 20W-50
The interval between oil changes, according to the manufacturer's technical settings, is 20,000 kilometers. But, as in the case of gasoline power units, for long-term and trouble-free operation, the oil should be changed more often, somewhere, after 10,000 km.
The list of models on which these motors were installed, as with previous power units, is quite extensive:
- Nissan almera
- Nissan primera
- Nissan AD
- Nissan almera tino
- Nissan expert
- Nissan sunny
As for the YD22 rezus, according to the owners, although it is not eternal like the motors of the 90s, it will be at least 300,000 km.
In conclusion of the story about this diesel, it is necessary to say that the "X Trail" is equipped with turbocharged power units from Garrett. Depending on the compressor model used, in fact, two versions of this power unit are installed on the machine, with a capacity of 114 and 136 horsepower.
Conclusion
Actually, these are all the motors that are installed on the first generation of the Nissan X-Trail. If you are going to buy a used car of this brand, then it is best to take it with a diesel engine. Gasoline engines on used "X Trails" are likely to get you with a worked-out resource.
Actually, this is the end of the story about the power units of the first generation Nissan X-Trail crossover. The power units that were installed on the second and third generations will be discussed in a separate article.
