The Nissan X-Trail, the largest SUV brand, launches a new 2.0 Diesel engine that yields 177 hp. We drive to check its increased performance.

From January 1, 2017 It will be available in the dealer network of Nissan’s new engine version 2.0 and 177 hp of the X-Trail, he larger SUV brand In our country.

The arrival of this new engine range does not involve changes in appearance and both externally and internally Nissan X-Trail remains as we know.

Until now, he Nissan X-Trail engined most powerful diesel It was the 1.6 dCi 130 hp. A willful mechanical but that in certain situations remained low thrust, for example when towing a trailer or caravan. Now, Nissan says that the new 2.0 dCi, even in those cases, vehicle performance will be more than enough to maintain a good momentum.

Another of the new this version 2.0 dCi is that you can combined with an X-Tronic CVT Y traction to four wheels, so far non-existent possibility. You can also choose this same change to drive the front wheels. Also, the 2.0 is available with a manual six relations and all-wheel drive or front wheel.

Nissan X-Trail 2.0 dCi 2017: behind the wheel

He new 2.0 dCi 177 hp It has been a clear improvement over the 1.6 dCi utilized on high-end version. The 47 hp more it has makes it much less agile than his brother.

In highway, this new version of Nissan X-Trail it behaves dynamically better the 1.6 dCi 130 hp. Noticeable, of course the extra 47 hp. And much. The first contact we have done with the All Mode variant 4x4i with automatic transmission CVT continuously variable. And as with changes of this type, engine response is not immediate throttle, although it is the high rumor that comes from mechanics.

In my opinion, the change CVT has a lot more use out of asphalt. True, the tour we did was at low speed and muddy areas. But even tracks that were drier and firmer surface, the Nissan X-Trail He is shown able to meet 90 percent of drivers: they will never find similar situations that have put us to test the capabilities of the car. Add that potholed tracks the suspension is particularly comfortable. But this does not mean road car float or swing more than is desirable.

Nissan X-Trail 2.0 dCi: its equipment

East Nissan X-Trail 2.0 It becomes version top end model. As such it can have remarkable equipment. For example you can order two additional seats folding in the trunk. These involve a decrease load capacity, from the 550 liters Available in five seats to 445 in seven. In the event that all positions are filled, are 135 liters of luggage space.

Between comfort equipment and can be ordered elements as partial opening sunroof with electric, leather, interior lighting by ledes front seats quick heating, cupholders heated or chilled, infotainment system NissanConnect with 7-inch touch screen and mobile phone connection via Bluetooth.

Nissan X-Trail 2.0 dCi, prices

As I have already anticipated above, this new version of Nissan X-Trail 177 hp It will be available from early January. The brand expects monopolizes one-third of total sales model next year. It will be available in three trim levels (Acenta, Tekna and N-Connect) and with prices starting from 31,750 euros (4×2 Acenta with automatic XTRONIC) to 40.675 euros the Tekna 4×4 XTRONIC.

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