2023 Nissan X-Trail/Rogue hybrid on/off-road e-power review: This or a RAV4 Hybrid?

[@joed545]

I really hope Nissan has a winner with this one. Cant wait for you to test on Australian roads and provide your overall thoughts against its competitors.

[@CM-le4yh]

Beautiful interior, much better looking than the RAV4

[@aimanfitri0iv]

it feels good actually

[@CM-le4yh]

@@aimanfitri0iv Nissan has stepping up their game lately

[@aimanfitri0iv]

@@CM-le4yh yep the recent models are very fantastic

[@sufianshahid3690]

Yeah it looks WAY better than all its competitors

[@petecotter6790]

Cannot compare a Toyota to this.

[@alexi21san]

This car looks good I would definitely consider this .The build looks more solid than the outlander according to the shake test 😊.The only thing missing on your videos Paul,are night shots in and out of the cars .That would put the icing on the cake to already awesome videos .

[@aimanfitri0iv]

this is my favourite current suv and it's a big improvement compared to before

[@frankyduschek3366]

I made a test myself. It's very quiet, and very very Quick and steady in the corners. It was the 4 x 4 version. With highest trim level. I only can recommend it for 100 %. And the 360 camera works very well.

[@666Sinn]

I own a Nissan Note e-power imported from Japan. They should have launched this tech worldwide years ago, it is hands down the best hybrid style around.

[@vijayp1436]

How much fuel efficiency Nissan claimed and how are you getting?

[@timb8095]

I’m not a huge SUV fan but this doesn’t look too bad, and if you can get it in half the time of a RAV4, then it looks like a good choice.

[@frankyduschek3366]

Here in Belgium, waiting time is 6 months, just iedereen one after. A test drive

[@LarryNgetich]

I am obsessed with Nissan's e-POWER and e4orce tech. Been waiting for this a long time

[@aimanfitri0iv]

me too I'm obsessed the unit

[@shanea9613]

Doesn't seem very efficient. Small battery too. I would avoid this.

[@hi9580]

@@shanea9613more efficient than petrol, less efficient than hybrid. lower noise and vibration than hybrid or petrol.

[@shanea9613]

@@hi9580 it's electric with a petrol generator. It's stupid. Greenwashing bullshit is what it is.

[@Uzaair]

​@@hi9580 Good choice if you don't have the facilities to charge a PHEV from home. Although I'm talking from a UK perspective where a lot of us live in terraced housing and don't have driveways/garages.

[@johns2262]

This is on my shortlist, when it comes on the market. I currently have the previous generation X Trail and I have been happy with it.

[@Amritbhangal]

I am addicted to your channel Paul lol😂

[@CarExpertAus]

🙌

[@Norry218]

Been waiting since 2020 for this car, Looks good on paper, Hope it drives as good as you say it does Paul.

[@CarExpertAus]

Let’s see when we test it out in Australia.

[@syedmoinuddin7375]

@@CarExpertAus hi mate just checking when will you be able to do review on Toyota Corolla cross hybrid suv?

[@jeffg4531]

So much better looking than the current model

[@oliverwabwire2836]

The latest Nissan family face is quite handsome in my view also....me thinks they got this split front light blocks way more coherent than what BMW is struggling with on the X7

[@sspaky]

I’ve got a test drive( only in city) two weeks ago, so I ordered it. The interior was really nice, AirPlay worked perfectly, and the acceleration was just amazing. Hopefully it will come to me until April 👌

[@cb5110]

what was the economy like, I heard it can goes as low as 4.9 l/100km?

[@dearSamuelSamuel1]

Love the look of these, really keen for the Aussie on-road tests. Think this will be families next car, the wife needs a new one soon.

[@ryanclegg6845]

Nice to see a vehicle other than a Ranger/Everest for a change.

[@andrewd7586]

You mean there’s actually other car makes out there?!😱🤣

[@jmoranretana]

LOL

[@chrisyates399]

Lovely in-depth review! Greetings from a pomme

[@mazbpl]

Nice review. There are below 2 points missing and hence i request clarity on these: 1. A 0-100km test is missing. 2. Does the car feel slow at any point especially when battery is low or does the engine kicks in before that to recharge it and retain the juice in battery?

[@ben-hurvillegas1499]

What are chances we can get interior while night driving, just to get a feel for ambient lighting if any?

[@bhavyavenny3444]

Great review Paul. Btw where is this filmed?

[@CarExpertAus]

Beautiful Slovenia!

[@Rabsallawah]

Slovenia is beautiful! Tough gig 😂

[@shyakaprince7603]

Paul just being amazing with to many details and straight to the point but can you one time name you're top 10 cars you reviewed and recommend them

[@venkyraghu1]

Hi Paul, looking forward to your detailed review of this in Australia

[@Rabsallawah]

I have the older 2012 T31 Manual ST 4X4 and it’s been (still is) amazing! Big boot. Great off road. The current models were a BIG step backward, with piano black everywhere and a much smaller boot. This one looks nice and if it’s decent off-road, I might get one. But man is it expensive. Literally more than double what I paid for my 2012 🤯

[@Karl-Benny]

since 2012 your car has gone up as well

[@robmill292]

Xtrail design after 2014 has gone to dogs. Xtrail had always been a boxy off road SUV but Nissan did a fatal mistake to make it just like the city running round shape SUV Qashqai. That was a huge mistake. I hope this model will correct that mistake.

[@levin2k]

Surprised to hear the 7 seater option isn't coming to Australia.

[@KieranCan]

The best reviews!

[@LTT.Official]

Good to know its not completely useless offroad or when the road gets a bit rough.

[@sem5397]

Interior looks great , exterior looks great except for the front end with the double light situation going on, wished it was like the smaller qashqai

[@HerfingPug]

Love it. Great review.

[@supertaufiqr]

Looking forward to the Australian test. Car looks good.

[@chrisadams8026]

Thanks for a great review I have had 2 earlier X Trails and was very happy with them. Now I think it's time to go Hybrid. I would like all electric but live in the country so not enough charging points around yet. Also hydrogen vehicles may come on line sooner rather than later.

[@ForzaJonesy]

Nice review! what's the boot space like compared to others, the back seats recline, efficiency vs a diesel, 0-100kph?

[@divs2109]

I am very impressed with the Rogue abd love driving it.. so hope this launches in north america too...

[@darwinstubbie860]

This is one way of getting rid of the CVT. One question about the petrol engine. Does it run on a constant speed or does it vary with the throttle position? It reminds me of a Diesel-Electric Locomotive.

[@AnthonyClarke1965]

Good review, thanks. Where do I find a link to the Nissan X-Trail Infotainment review you refer to?

[@kashyappatel9431]

Great video! I recently asked one of the vehicles dealer to provide the cost of replacing the battery in future. Surprisingly they don’t know what exactly it is but they gave me an indication around $8k-$10k mark. So the amount we spent on PHEV vehicles are way expensive then ICE operated engines.

[@zoltrix7779]

Its not a PHEV, its battery is very small, like 2kWh.

[@CryptoFishing]

Is this Nisan more economical then RAV4 ? Which SUV gives you more hybrid drive?

[@staasinnovations2126]

Great in-depth review, I must say 20x better than carsguide. They missed so many features and didn't go into the car anywhere near how you did! 👏👍 I spoke with Essendon in Victoria and the have one coming next month..... If it drives as good as you say, they'll get my order straight away before the mad rush! By the sounds of it 20% more power, 10% better fuel efficiency and you don't have to plug it in! Sounds good to me

[@Karl-Benny]

how do you know better fuel Efficiency as they never state what it is

[@t0nd132]

Repair costs for such a sophisticated system are a money party waiting to happen 🎉🎉🎉

[@jamaicasysbm2580]

😂

[@markymark8472]

Especially knowing how poor quality Nissan are, it’s only a matter of time before you get stung with a big bill

[@smorllz8605]

Arrgh! So frustrating they're not bringing a 7 seat hybrid to Australia. Great video, looks like a fantastic car.

[@Karl-Benny]

No you can`t have 7 seats but if you want a diesel spuing pollution then no worries

[@smorllz8605]

@@Karl-Benny Australia doing its part for the environment 🙄

[@muhammadharits3237]

Amazing car

[@Arjun_Ramesh]

Beautiful location, where did you shoot this video?

[@ShazryFarook]

Would be great to see an updated comparison between x-trail, rav4, Honda CRV etc.

[@jojisam7564]

I ditched RAV4 and ordered one after the test drive. It's pretty good to drive, felt better than RAV4. Even though it says 6.1l/100, after resetting the trip computer with some spirited drive averaged 5.8l/100. Only downside is service for 6years (capped) will cost nearly $3000, 10000km/year.

[@saviogomez1410]

Damn I did not notice Paul's attire changed when they started shooting the interior of the car. I was so fixated on how the car looked and did not pay attention to how Paul looked haha.

[@frednurks8528]

A lot of complexity for a a couple of liters of fuel saving per 100k. An interesting metric these reviews could incorporate is how insurance companies view hybrids and pure ev’s in terms of premiums asked.

[@venkats9674]

Hi Paul could you please do a review of the new Honda CRV hybrid which is available in US if you can get your hands on one? Please mate.

[@TommyLim-wt9nv]

Can you do the Australian test? Really considering ditching the RAV4 for this!

[@m2ngwa89]

Looking forward to the new X-Trail arriving here in South Africa. The new powertrain looks interesting... Hoping it will come as well but we know that it will cost an arm and a leg

[@ntuthukodlame1894]

Hopefully we get it. This is almost the perfect family SUV for our market. The value packed in here is great (practicality, economy, and style). Price wise it will prob be between R700k to R800k (thinking around Rav4 pricing). I would select this over the premium brands which are over R1mill at this spec level.

[@bridgettesetshedi2216]

Looks like a better buy than RAV4.

[@pradeepnaick]

Great review video Paul. Any details on the max range on Xtrail e Power Ti L on full battery before the engine kicks in to charge the battery again?

[@MaxFromSydney1]

Thanks, Paul. But I wish you’d stick the boot into car makers when they omit any kind of spare wheel.

[@garrykosovich1910]

Hi Paul Another great review and it looks as though Nissan have finally come up with an X-trail capable of competing for market share with the all conquering RAV4 Hybrid. Look forward to your follow-up under Australian road conditions.

[@buncha5651]

Not a fan of EV, S having to recharge and limited range. But this ICE running a generator to power the electric motors is of interest.Would be interesting to see what economy is achieved per 100 km. Sounds very complicated i hope the have produced a trouble free vehicle.

[@johndonnellan9535]

How does it perform in a water to the centre of the wheel hubs for all those creeks in australia? Are the electric motors sealed? Fuel consumption comparison on all models? Towing capacity on all models? Service cost comparison on all models? Longevity of battery & electric motors Will there be a diesel model?

[@AmelianaTSIIX]

Ok, new drinking game: drink everytime Paul says 'in addition to that'...... 😂🍺🍷🍸🥃🍾🍻

[@m.n.953]

hi thanks for the review this is the second review that i see about the new X-Trail and in both i hear nois in the capin. street and wind noise.

[@jameswang4036]

Tbh, it’s a little bit disappointed to see they still use incandescent bulbs for the indicators at the back… :(

[@KieranCan]

Glad they finally paid attention to the X Trail and returned it to a boxier rugged design than the mid looking city SUV. Still own the original!

[@lakshkumar7667]

Hey Paul, would you be reviewing the Aus version

[@JEEMBRO]

You even mentioned you've changed your clothes which makes me giggle. Thanks for the transparency, Paul 😂

[@Grudlin74]

I thought the E-power vehicles were due in Oz 5 years ago. There have been a range of vehicles in Japan for some time. Oh well I'm surprised they launched with X-Trail and QASHQAI instead

[@Hazza188]

7 seats capacity is listed on Nissan Australia website (4x4 models only)

[@kevinlee509]

Everything looks good and luxury except 2nd row climate control panel

[@ShriwanthaBuddhi]

The Champagne silver colour is not exclusive to the hybrid, is it, Paul? ST-L, Ti & Ti-L petrol trims offer that, too.

[@tonybennett638]

Would hope they have done a better job on this drive train than the never ending problems they have had with the Nissan built CVT.

[@Rabsallawah]

Jatco built the CVT. Nissan might own a large stake in the company, but the CVT says JATCO on it.

[@cb5110]

@@Rabsallawah yea but e-power does not use CVT.

[@SimonBrisbane]

E-power is direct drive electric motors front and rear. One speed, no gearbox.

[@davidevans2585]

when does the regular X trail and new Pathfinder arrive in Australia. Nissan have been saying 2022 for ages and dealers don't know!

[@CarExpertAus]

Late this year.

[@alereon]

2022 almost gone. Might as state 2023

[@juriebezuidenhout2538]

Nissan is best looker of all..

[@ветаМуС]

Nissann X-Trail is the best SUV(EVER)!!! .

[@martingifford5415]

Will that power train be reliable or is it something new and untested?

[@Roadrunnerz45]

good setup of the climate control including one button for recycled air. some manufacturers put 2 buttons, one for recycled, one for fresh. why? just have 1 button

[@AD28197]

I'm confused, if you combine the outputs from the IC and electric motors wouldn't the total output be 366kw and 775Nm?

[@CarExpertAus]

Not quite - the maximum torque output is what the electric motors are capable of, so it’s just over 500Nm from 0rpm. Peak power occurs at when the internal combustion engine peaks and output from the battery peaks, which is 157kW.

[@AD28197]

@@CarExpertAus ah okay, I think I understand.

[@clives4501]

@@AD28197 Yes the I.C.E. is simply a power source for the generator. How ludicrous is that! Makes no sense, so don't be too hard on yourself for not comprehending. It's a nonsensical solution to a problem which does not exist.

[@Rabsallawah]

And yet, here we are… if it goes as well off road as it should, it will sell really well!

[@clives4501]

@@53glowe "Not everyone wants to sit around for hours waiting for a plug-in or pure EV to charge or have their journey determined by where charging stations are located". Well yes. Let's end on that note of complete agreement.

[@janphillips1093]

Beautiful car - great balance between function and luxury feel. However, the ground clearance is less than the quashqai at less that 6 inches , forcing me to chose the RAV 4 hybrid .

[@Ndumiso356]

Off road is the most impressive with those tires 👏🏽

[@Ndumiso356]

@chidera2540 where shall I contact you

[@pankajmohan29]

Hi Paul.. can you please test Hyundai Palisade

[@ankitkhadka4932]

How many decades do we have to wait to buy one ?

[@arakasteve]

Is it the car or Paul just sank in there? Those seats are awesome in terms of comfort though

[@Karl-Benny]

What is the range on full tank and will it be cheaper here as only 5 seater

[@jaredtan3753]

No 7 seater in Australia?

[@mrz1281]

when are you testing the non e power range?

[@shailenluckan5431]

How does it long distances eg 1000km family road trip?

[@JMTerry1984]

What color is this car in the video?

[@drabubakaribrahim3896]

how to setting the transition time from normal mode to EV mode (Nissan X trail)

[@goplaces1]

Can you do a road test in Australia. Thank you

[@subazealand9158]

Pretty impressive setup here, looks like Nissan is finally giving what people expect from the brand. Which part of Germany did you film this? I guess south/Bavaria?

[@DS-gm8en]

Slovenia.

[@heyitscrystal580]

Lovely suv I would buy one although I am a prado man

[@Ash_Simo]

Do you happen to know an Australian release date?

[@marcusg500]

What is the name of the watch you are wearing?

[@CarExpertAus]

It’s a Seiko Astron :-)

[@marcusg500]

@@CarExpertAus thank you... appreciate it

[@dumisanibhengu599]

I love the look...

[@keithwilliams515]

Will the Australian version have a spare tyre. If not, just another town car.

[@bbatbileg]

Are you sure Toyota's hybrid has a traditional CVT that you say makes the annoying noise?

[@NR29pacnat]

Why don't we get 7 seater version in Aus?

[@OutsideYourBox]

Does this car comes with electric plug?

[@DaNavMan]

Does it have Matrix LED high beams Paul?

[@farhad28881987]

Corolla cross top of the range review pls

[@Joseph-pl8rf]

The hybrid system sounds complicated, I wonder how it’ll stack up against RAV4 in the long run. Love your videos. 👍🏻

[@Rabsallawah]

Interesting point. However it’s also very simple without the CVT like the Rav… in this, the engine spins a generator (simple) and cables then connect the inverter to the motors. I must say I love the idea of this layout but it IS a new method.

[@vankwof]

@@Rabsallawah It is not a new method. It has been used, for example in lexus rx400h since 2004

[@TheXennner]

It’s been used in trains since 1950s.

[@EvanButler320]

@@vankwof the Lexus rx400h uses a standard hybrid setup, with a toyota synergy drive. That means the motor and the engine work to directly power the wheels. That’s called a parallel hybrid. This new hybrid is different, as the engine charges a battery that the motor runs off of, there is no direct connection between the engine and the wheels. Nissan’s new system is a series hybrid, which has only been done a very limited amount of times before.

[@ratsac]

This is how diesel locomotives have worked for 70ish years

[@tezza8717]

we seem to get the budget versions in oz, missing alot of extras, otherwise great car, cheers mate

[@wc5741]

Hopefully Pathfinder will get e-power in the future

[@babakvelamkon]

Did I miss the 0-100 speed test?

[@chubbyfun77]

Can you do a Volvo xc60 review please

[@bigpapaharis4588]

looks awesome 👍

[@zoltrix7779]

This should be a better RAV-4 Hybrid. I'm going to guess simmilar fuel consumption, but an BEV like power delivery.

[@samfisher3336]

I wouldn't call that a hybrid, it's a full EV with a self-recharging Petrol generator. That's a whole new category of cars.

[@shanea9613]

Same as a diesel train. not efficient in this

[@samfisher3336]

@@shanea9613 The loss in the energy conversion process is overlooked! But I see the idea behind this car, being able to give the driver the acceleration he needs without the complexity of combining 2 different power sources in the transmission which is the trickiest process for these kinds of systems. Simple but not efficient.

[@shanea9613]

@@samfisher3336 may as well have an electric car and have a big petrol generator in the boot. That's all it is. Failure to me. Anyone could buy a Tesla and get a trailer and put a generator on the back and run that to charge the battery. Same same really.

[@samfisher3336]

@@shanea9613 Yep

[@cb5110]

@@samfisher3336 it is efficient