Why I Bought a Nissan X-Trail
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- Опубликовано: 13 июн 2021
- Go-anywhere family motoring on a budget
Are you looking for an affordable, durable, roomy, and well-equipped 4x4 car for transporting your family and dog? There are few better options than a first generation Nissan X-Trail. Or at least that's what motoring journalist Vicky Parrott decided. In this CarGurus UK review, Vicky explains what life with a 2004, 2.2-litre diesel X-Trail has been like, as well as highlighting some common problems to be aware of.
Do you agree with Vicky's choice of fuss-free family car? Or would your £2,000 or so be spent on something different?
Written review: www.cargurus.co.uk/research/N...
Pros
Roomy interior with five- and seven-seat versions
Comfortable ride
Generous equipment, even on lower trim grades
Cons
Not as much fun to drive as a Mazda CX-5
DPF prone to clogging
Don't expect to chase Land Rovers off road
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Had one of these in maroon a couple of years ago. Totally reliable, economical, could tow a race car across the country or nip to the local shops. Would buy another without hesitation.
I've owned 4 of the 2.2 SVE models and honestly i can say that everyone of them was bulletproof. Used one of them to tow a 2 tonne boat 300 miles down to cornwall every year and it did it without any effort and still gave great mpg! rugged, reliable and cheap to own and run.. if you can do a few odd jobs on a car yourself, like servicing and small repairs, these cars would be virtually free of maintenance costs.. Great video and very honest and accurate description of the T30 Xtrail..
they are a great car! in fact i own a maroon one myself right now.. I call it the donkey and its never let me down in 5 years..
I own a 2004 2.5 litre petrol, auto, 4WD. Purchased it in 2014 with only 19,700km (12,250 miles) on the clock. Have it 6 1/2 years, and the mileage now reads 48,100km (29,890 miles) - that's for a 17 year old vehicle!
Excellent and reliable vehicle. Comfortable, spacious, good power for its size. Good ground clearance and driving position. Instantly recognizable, unlike most of the newer SUVs which look rather anonymous.
All round fantastic car!
A brilliant vehicle and great value for money. Still looks fresh and modern and is the perfect size SUV. Enjoy your X-Trail.
I should have said "4 x 4" lol :-)
This and your Merc SL are fine additions to your garage. You are a smart shopper and discerning buyer! Campy good looks, purposeful design, functional utility, it should give you years of service with minimal $$$ on repairs/maintenance. I enjoy your videos, especially the ones that feature older cars. Anyone can profile the glitzy-shiny new cars, but most of us want to know how good a vehicle performs after you buy it and the wow-factor has died off. That's when it really matters. Keep us posted on the SL too.
Anyone reading this, please take note - the T30 X-Trail is fine. Do not buy the T31. It comes with a CVT that was notorious for breaking itself and it's NOT cheap. Trust me.
I was looking at getting the T30. Is this just as reliable as the RAV4?
El T30 es la mejor versión del XTrail.
I bought a used T31 4wd with MR20 2000 engine automatic transmission doing 30000 km.
It’s now doing 170,000 km and I have had to change suspension parts only mainly due to the poor road conditions in Trinidad. Still going strong. Great value for money
Makes a lot of sense. You certainly won't worry about getting a few scratches or car park dings.
I have 2006 petrol xtrail adventura .. love it to bits ... 75,000 on the clock and drives like a dream ... at 64 years of age i reckon this old girl will see me out! 😉
Good honest video, thanks 👌🏻
I do like these used honest car reviews
Great video, I love bargain cars and yes, SUV's and 4x4's are definitely appropriate for rural locations given the shocking state of rural roads, you can still get away with a car but you end up driving really slow or you're endlessly at the garage replacing drop links, CV joints etc, our country roads can seriously kick the crap out of the running gear of smaller vehicles.
For comparison, I too moved into the countryside recently and bought a car for 2k, I chose a Honda Civic 2.2 diesel. Yes an SUV or 4x4 would have been better considering the atrocious state of rural roads but I live close to an A road so I've gone for economy over durability (50+mpg). The downside is when my destination is local and I'm not using the A road I'm driving very slow everywhere as potholes are everywhere and some roads are simply not roads, they're dirt tracks with large rocks and huge ditches.
Heh, brings back memories! I owned a 54 plate XTrail, a 2.5 petrol auto, bought from new - a bit of a treat/extravagance. Great for hoofing family around on camping holidays to Europe and up and down the UK, plus the rare bit of snow but, oh man, the fuel consumption really began to grate after a while - obviously the diesel manual was the popular/sensible option. Add in a few pricey repairs for simple faults eg O2 sensor. Alas, it had to go - didn’t need anything quite so big so traded it for a Honda Jazz! Do I miss it? Mmmm…nah, not my thing now, but I can see the appeal for others.
Have 2005 2.5 petrol auto. 320,000km Brilliant all round vehicle. Does the job of a family car, a load carrier (nice rectangular load space), pulls various trailers and the occasional off roading. not a full on 4 x 4 (no dual range, diff locks, medium ground clearance) but a real world everyday car. I do all of my own maintenance and it is so cheap to run. Often browse the newspapers for a replacement but nothing excites me, later X Trails don't really cut it (CVT can be an expensive fix - I understand the auto in a T30 ) and Prados, Pajeros, Hilux, Jeep etc. are too big ad clumsy for general use. I did have problems with corrosion when I lived in UK (2.2 DCi manual) but now that I live in Australia, that isn't an issue. I bought it very cheaply 8 years ago as a "runaround" when I first arrived in Oz just until I settled in but can't bear to part with it now!
Very practical insight. Thank you
“As precise as a blindfolded archer” that made me chuckle! Good review and nice honesty too!
I own a 2004 Ti Petrol 2.5 L , got it with 80,000Km 10 years ago, now its got 155,000 on the clock. Great car but I had a faulty crank sensor which make the engine stall every now and again. it was a $300 part but an easy fix. I really enjoy the fact it fits my lifestyle of occasional gravel off road driving to those fishing spots, and not worried about trolley dents at the shops. im looking at replacing it soon as the family has now grown, but overall 7/10 over the years ive owned it
I sometimes think I should have gotten the 2.5 as well... Instead of the 2.0
Proper Bangernomics - nowt wrong with it at all! 😉
Great car. Have owned a 2005 2.5 SVE manual transmission model since 2013. Very reliable car and get between 30 and 35mpg which I think is pretty good for the size of car. Has plenty of power and never feels stressed. Currently has around 155,000 miles on the clock and in the 80,000 miles that I've owned it for I have only really had to do general servicing although I did have to replace crankshaft sensor, O2 sensors, and last year the clutch at 150,000 miles also just had to repair rear brake pipes due to corrosion for the MOT. Bodily it's pretty good although could do with a patch welding under the battery tray. The usual weakness points on the T30 corrosion wise are rust around the rear suspension strut turrets, the best way to check is to remove all the rear interior plastic trim and have a look. My car has very minor corrosion starting there which I will need to get addressed but other than that very good for a car that is almost 18 years old. Off road capapabilities pretty good although I did get grounded once so probably not the best for anything too heavy duty but certainly fairly competent. I wish they still made that model as not too keen on the new ones and believe you can't get the latest model in petrol if you want four wheel drive in the UK. Very happy with my car considering the age of it.
I’ve just bought a 2006 Adventure with 85k on the clock. Felt nice and tight when I drove it. Perfect for the lanes here in Devon U.K. Nice authentic video 😊
Thanks for sharing!
My daily drive was a BMW Z4. My dad is a FIFO worker and recently bought a hail damaged T30 Xtrail for when he was in town. He asked me to look after it... I left it there for ages and eventually guilted myself into taking it for a spin. Hands down the best car I've ever had. The trick 4x4 systerm is clearly a Nissan plus. It boogies but is practical, easy to clean, and super comfortable. Fits our beach, fishing, mountain bikes... everything! My partner wants us to buy one too. Nissan need to release a super kawaii retro electric xtrail. People would lose thier minds.
Clever video, great car!!
Always loved these so reliable all around good vehicle and cute to boot
Totally agree with your review, I bought a 2007 Columbia version 3 yrs ago, 2.2 Diesel 111k, nice condition had a new turbo 2 years prior paid £1750. Didn't think I'd like it, never had an oil burner before or a 4x4 but am now retired and needed something easy to get in and out of unlike the big BMW 5 series Estate I'd had to tow a largish caravan. Like the reviewer I actually love it, loads of torque and grip for towing, economical and very roomy. I like the plastic wings, push them in and they pop out again. I quite like the old school blocky styling, it gives great visibility unlike the modern SUV's including the latest xtrail which have slits for windows.
As for the turbo issues the best tip I have is never switch the engine straight off when you stop, give the turbo a minute on tickover to cool down and it should last forever. I'm glad I bought my bargain. 👍
Yes, totally agree with the "drill" when shutting down a turbo (standard procedure in British Army) I too am retired and my x trail is abused rather than cossetted. I have no problems with the odd bump and dent, it's fit for purpose.
How is 2.2 whit fuel consum?
Have owned my DCi Sport for 6 years. Very practical and quite civilised on road. Just make sure you check the rear inner wheel wells and suspension strut turrets (under the interior trim panels) for rust as the double skinned rear panels can trap mud, road salt and water if the drain holes have blocked - and its almost impossible to see this rust from under the arch because the rust can start eating its way through from the inside out. A quick sign is rust coloured water traces in the spare wheel well under the removable floor panel. I looked at a Forrester before choosing the Xtrail but Subaru didn't make a diesel for the year I wanted and with a petrol Forrester averaging 23mpg I went for the Xtrail's 36 to 38mpg. Bit easier on the wallet.
Great cars but with the pre-2007 models you need to look out for rust in the rear wheel arches.
My Uncle too one to Ghana. He loves it and it goes anywhere. Especially in the rural villages.
had a 55 plate dci sve t30 x-trail. kinda miss it now for winter in scotland. great on motorway and that boot is huge. shame the tech on it was a bit old school but 10 years later i sold it but would buy another anytime but probably a t31 if i did.
I had exactly the same car in UK but now I'm in Australia, I have a 2.5 petrol (diesel not available in Oz, so I didn't bring it with me, besides, it did have advanced corrosion because of the salt roads in UK - not an issue in Oz) It's the same spec as SVE but called "Ti", I still like the old school tech 'cos I can fix it! Later CVT is an expensive nightmare if it goes wrong. I might, one day replace my T30 with a T31 manual rather than the auto CVT.
Bought my T30 in 2007 new and still enjoy driving it in 2022 @161k . Used 4x4 in auto off road quite a lot camping in Australia. Regular servicing has helped with most original parts waiting to fail so I can use my RACQ membership . 😆
I had a 55 plate 2.2 DCI Sport in 2012 and loved it and drove it around france and would have kept it if I could found a 2.2 auto box for it after I did my knee in 😢
Bought a 2006 2.2 dci 1.5 yrs ago (£1800 107k miles) as a work horse / runabout and same as you - didn't care about it, now love it and look after it better than my spec b scooby... get one while you can, great family car, kids love it, unstoppable in the snow.
How is 2.2 whit fuel use?
@@alexmmh4051I get low 30 mpgs.
@@Ivanho1981 its ok... Is heavy car...
Sold! Exactly what a car needs to be.
My parents had one in China when it came out. It lasted over 200k miles when they got new cars. Pretty reliable.
loved the review bought a 2020 one and love it what have you all got now?
Don’t forget the wheel arches they rot like thin paper!
Love Nissan X-Trail
How marvellous dear xx.
Espectacular 4x4 ❤
I recently bought an 05 x trail with 180K on the clock. six months mot. £530.10 on ebay mine is a 2.2 and really quiet
i bought my 2005 nissan x trail for £723 on ebay and its a blast!
I think the Nissan diesel engine that was used in the pickups is a 2.3, not a 2.2 and they are different engines.
Got a 2012 T31 ST CVT 100,000K, looks and runs just like new no rust, never missed a beat, secret? good maintainance by good professionals and loving care.
The CVT? disregard recommended fluid change (90,000K?) every 30,000K flush and refill..
But what about Low-Emission Zone cities with an old diesel like this X-Trail?
Where did you get the after market screen from to allow Apple car play?
Hiyaa, i just got a used T30, was wondering what is the aftermarket android screen you have installed?
diesel 2.2 dCi 4x4 100kW is very capable. Got a 2007 one. Live in Norway
Is a 2007 t30 auto at 200k mileage a good bargain today?
centre speedo a little hard to get use to.
what size are those player ? 7inch ?
The main problem is it’s bad suspension, feels extremely light except when loaded. Fuel consumption for these cars are too high 😢
X trail is a strong and realiable vehicle
how Nissan xtrail 2010 diesel ?? I m goin to buy so need genuine advice... plzz zzz
Xtrail bring power, comfort, spacious cargo and cold ac
So...could pull a small car on a car trailer?
What is the price?
Vicky i am happy for u
We have had a 2005 gasoline 2.5L automatic.
We had a lot of problems with, perforating rust, front axle problems (very expensive aluminum suspension arms), brake, rust on the brake parts, the exhaust, it's not very comfortable, the air conditioning is bad , SAV bad and expensive.
In addition the car had - 100,000km.
In short, we got rid of it for a mouthful of bread.
Can be a bad series.
Why not
Nissan Xtrail vaisseau intergalactique !!! 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞
A lovely presentation by a lovely lady. On another note, how noisy?
55 plate 2.2 DCI Sport owner here - mine's pretty noisy at start up, but quietens down after about 5 miles. It's noisier when driving compared with a Discovery, but not so noisy you have to shout to be heard by passengers. It's a great car, tows beautifully and mine is utterly reliable. Lastly, there're still lots of them on the road, that says a lot.
@@arrivingarriving5166 Thank you. A little concerned about these turbo failures and on account of noise level I might opt for a Honda CRV.
@@Jovis8888 I can understand that as I was also concerned about it when I got the X-trail five years ago, but I'd tried the CR-V and found the ride quality a lot harder in comparison, plus as a caravan owner I needed the greater towing capacity so the X-Trail was the better choice for me. As for the concern over the turbo failing, well that's gone away as the car's proved so utterly reliable and comfortable to drive that I'd definitely get it replaced instead of scrapping the vehicle. It all depends on your needs of course, mine was for towing so the X-Trail was the better choice and I've not regretted it at all.
@@arrivingarriving5166 Thanks again. I would steer clear of a tow bar fitted one for fear of it having done too much towing. I do, but a trailer of logs perhaps two times a year. Harder ride huh. I was under the impression that the CRV was more comfortable. You make me think. So having driven a CRV what is your take on the noise level compared with the XTrail? I would use in the UK so could live with noise such is the state of their roads with bang, bang, thump all the time but at home in France the roads are so good it's nice to have a quiet interior. The Xtrail appealed to me because I believe it's also less complicated electronically wise. I have a 1982 230CE Mercedes with manual everything so I can fix everything. No auto lights, wipers, interior mirror, Climate control, electronic handbrake, etc. and my seats are all manually operated. At 70 and a pensioner I couldn't possibly afford to own a modern car that needs a workshop to analyse and do anything to it. Am I right about the lack of electronic complexity? It would have to be a diesel anyway. Keep trying to sway me to an Xtrail.
@@Jovis8888 Yes, like everyone else I too would wonder about a car with a tow bar fitted, but my rationalisation was that a good condition, well-serviced vehicle with a tow bar that had done a low-mileage was less likely to be a concern than a high mileage one - and it's served me well enough with my X-Trail so far, though I'll accept that perhaps I've just been lucky. Also as I mentioned before, I needed the greater towing capacity of the X-Trail over the CRV, so remember considering the increased likelihood of problems arising from towing with a lower towing capacity vehicle as well. Towing capacity aside, as for comparing noise levels, the CRV is definitely quieter and might well be a major consideration if I lived somewhere where the roads were better, but the roads are appalling where I am, so I'm less worried about the noise than the ride quality and for me, that's where the X-Trail wins as it seems more forgiving of those bangs and thumps and takes them in its stride. But how to define ride quality? It's subjective of course, but to me there's something - a je ne sais quoi - about the X-Trail's handling and comfort that sold it to me over the CRV, it just felt more capable and comfortable somehow. I'm no mechanic I'm afraid, so can't comment personally on ease of major maintenance tasks, but mechanics at my "pet" trustworthy garage inform me that the X-Trail is easy to work on and that electrical failures are rare and easily fixed. That said, I can confirm you're correct about the lack of electronic complexity. Swayed yet? I'd say see if you can arrange a test drive of both vehicles with an open mind.
Old car but nice
Ahhhh but is not Euro 6!!
A new Merc....now this....good luck to you 😀
4 wd don’t used
Please why not
Vicki what women need a hair dryer in the UK as all you need to do is open the house windows and stick your head out. Either it will come back dry as a bone or more wet than you thought possible due to it chucking it down outside. As for the car - no thanks.
La voiture est magnifique mais ce n'est pas à toi de la présenter!
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