2015 Nissan X-Trail (Nissan Rogue)

[kyoots]

Per SA in Nissan Alabang, today they will start rolling out X-Trail! Can't wait to test drive and compare with cx5

Yup been there last Saturday! The X-trail is really big! Dunno how it will compare with the sportier CX-5


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[sachiel]

I think it's almost the same as the T31 Xtrail so it won't be hard to drive. Saw a black one in P. Tamo, probably a test drive. I thought I saw the Lexus RX but was surprised that it was the new Xtrail. The DRL effect is good!

[Wh1stl3r]

If they release the 1.6 diesel variant here...it will price against the diesel sorento....too damn expensive lol.

With my limited ownership of 2 Korean cars I still think there's a good gap in build quality between CBU Japanese and Korean cars. Features and build quality I would give to the X-trail even if it were priced the same as the Sorento. Sorento is a bit bigger though. Daym this X-trail's a good lookin' car. Maybe time to trade in hehe

[StockEngine]

With my limited ownership of 2 Korean cars I still think there's a good gap in build quality between CBU Japanese and Korean cars. Features and build quality I would give to the X-trail even if it were priced the same as the Sorento. Sorento is a bit bigger though. Daym this X-trail's a good lookin' car. Maybe time to trade in hehe

Some koreans are actually ok..cadenza and azera and grand santafe are awesome. It really depends on what buyers need. The xtrail interior is the best in class and its active ride control is superb as most reviews say. Im still waiting for other suvs before I buy one ;)

[Wh1stl3r]

Some koreans are actually ok..cadenza and azera and grand santafe are awesome. It really depends on what buyers need. The xtrail interior is the best in class and its active ride control is superb as most reviews say. Im still waiting for other suvs before I buy one ;)

Forgot to mention I can't comment on the newest gen Korean models as we don't have one. We only have a current model GS and Tucson. I'm sure the newer models are better. Just wish there were tests auto reviewers could do to predict how new cars will age. Not all new cars that tested as "good" are still good after a few tens of thousands of Kms. That's when all the niggles and jiggles come in. Too late unfortunately for the buyer. I don't know what it is exactly, but our 2 Hyundais don't feel at all as solid as our Japanese cars. All that aside, still great cars.

For this new X I'm more concerned about CVT longevity and FC. It's great that you're in the market for a new car. So many good choices right now.

[StockEngine]

review in baguio...

First Drive: 2014 Nissan X-Trail 4WD | ************ - Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Auto Features, and Car Prices

[Wh1stl3r]

Nice review. It really is a good looking car. The only thing I'd change in the exterior is the brake lights, maybe to something like on the new Pathfinder:


The ones on the X seem tentative:

[rommelgv14]

Leather Seats available only for the 4x4 2.5L Xtrail priced at Php 1,599,000 but availability may vary per dealer.

[StockEngine]

"All we can say is that if you're in the market for a brand-new compact SUV, then this one is worth looking into" - Stephanie Asi, TopGearPH

link below

Nissan Philippines wants to go up against the big boys with the new X-Trail | TopGear.com.ph

[sachiel]

Leather Seats available only for the 4x4 2.5L Xtrail priced at Php 1,599,000 but availability may vary per dealer.

The 4x4 is cloth seats by default but you can add P19k for leather. The next refresh may have default leather seats as usual. The only info I need is if you can upgrade the head unit and speakers of the 4x2 model.

[Wh1stl3r]

Going for a test drive of the 4x4 tomorrow. Hope the unit arrives early. Can't wait

[sachiel]

Going for a test drive of the 4x4 tomorrow. Hope the unit arrives early. Can't wait

Great! Post some feedbacks. Other dealers also got their demo unit. Saw one parked at our neighbor a while ago.

[Wh1stl3r]

Unfortunately I only got to test the 4x2. Dealer says the 4x4 should've arrived the day before. Who knows what really goes on with these guys. I only got to drive it a couple of Km's before I got called off to an emergency and had to leave.

What I like:
2.0 engine is ok for city driving if you're lightly loaded (3 pax). It doesn't have great acceleration but in traffic it's pretty adequate.
Body lean in corners is minimal (for the height). Bump absorption is good, and the first row seats and left and right second row seats are really comfortable. 2nd row seats recline a bit
Noise insulation seems to be great, huge difference when you open the windows.
A/C is really cold, glad new Nissans are still typical of this.

What I don't like:
Rear wheelwells have a carpet-like lining on them. These will be a pain to clean when dirty.
2nd row left and right side headroom. It doesn't help that the upholstery near the top of the windows is thick and close to the head when the seats are not reclined.
3rd row seats. They should've just removed them so the 2nd row could slide farther back to accommodate leggy models, este taller people.
Halogen headlamps. It's 2014, this thing should have projectors at least.
The width of the car reminds you that this is still a compact crossover. It's big for its segment but I can't help but ask for more. With a couple more inches of width it would've blown everything else out of the water.

I hope I can finally test drive the 4x4 next week.

[niky]

Unfortunately I only got to test the 4x2. Dealer says the 4x4 should've arrived the day before. Who knows what really goes on with these guys. I only got to drive it a couple of Km's before I got called off to an emergency and had to leave.

What I like:
2.0 engine is ok for city driving if you're lightly loaded (3 pax). It doesn't have great acceleration but in traffic it's pretty adequate.
Body lean in corners is minimal (for the height). Bump absorption is good, and the first row seats and left and right second row seats are really comfortable. 2nd row seats recline a bit
Noise insulation seems to be great, huge difference when you open the windows.
A/C is really cold, glad new Nissans are still typical of this.

What I don't like:
Rear wheelwells have a carpet-like lining on them. These will be a pain to clean when dirty.
2nd row left and right side headroom. It doesn't help that the upholstery near the top of the windows is thick and close to the head when the seats are not reclined.
3rd row seats. They should've just removed them so the 2nd row could slide farther back to accommodate leggy models, este taller people.
Halogen headlamps. It's 2014, this thing should have projectors at least.
The width of the car reminds you that this is still a compact crossover. It's big for its segment but I can't help but ask for more. With a couple more inches of width it would've blown everything else out of the water.

I hope I can finally test drive the 4x4 next week.

4x4 is fast. Drives much like the 4x2 otherwise, though.

[sachiel]

Nice short review. Were you able to try the Eco mode on and off? How was the CVT feel? Is it rubbery or feels like conventional auto already?In other countries, the 5 seater is cheaper than the 7 seater. Makes me wonder if NMP should have released the 5 seater instead. How does it compare to other brands in ride and comfort? I just wish they have the option to change the head unit in the 4x2, touch screens are the norm these days.

[Louie Anson Ng]

Nice short review. Were you able to try the Eco mode on and off? How was the CVT feel? Is it rubbery or feels like conventional auto already?In other countries, the 5 seater is cheaper than the 7 seater. Makes me wonder if NMP should have released the 5 seater instead. How does it compare to other brands in ride and comfort? I just wish they have the option to change the head unit in the 4x2, touch screens are the norm these days.

it would have been a better choice to release just the 5-seater version, dami tuloy nagrereklamo sa 3rd row seats nila haha. in terms of the head unit, may available naman na head unit upgrade options sa labas

[sachiel]

it would have been a better choice to release just the 5-seater version, dami tuloy nagrereklamo sa 3rd row seats nila haha. in terms of the head unit, may available naman na head unit upgrade options sa labas

May iba kasi gusto rin ng 3rd row mainly for super emergency purposes. Sa US mas prefer nila yun 3 rows. Meron na ba available head units for this xtrail? Sa casa wala pa raw silang upgrade options ng head unit as of now. Baka next year pa cguro.

[Wh1stl3r]

4x4 is fast. Drives much like the 4x2 otherwise, though.

Niky, that's good to know. Are there other differences between the test drive unit/s loaned to TGP and the 4x4 that will be sold here? The sales guy told me the 4x4 won't have a sunroof. The one in TGP had one. I'm wondering what else they could've left out.

*sachiel
The transmission feels like a normal a/t, although I haven't driven a lot of other CVTs to compare. Maybe this CVT is just that good. No hesitation when you press on the gas. Compared to the GL Tucson it's much more comfortable.

[sachiel]

Niky, that's good to know. Are there other differences between the test drive unit/s loaned to TGP and the 4x4 that will be sold here? The sales guy told me the 4x4 won't have a sunroof. The one in TGP had one. I'm wondering what else they could've left out.

*sachiel
The transmission feels like a normal a/t, although I haven't driven a lot of other CVTs to compare. Maybe this CVT is just that good. No hesitation when you press on the gas. Compared to the GL Tucson it's much more comfortable.

That's good to hear! The only CVT I drove is the Altis and it is better than my 2nd gen Xtrail. My Xtrail still has the rubbery feel with the revs not going down during shifts. Can't wait to trade my Xtrail for the new one when opportunity comes.

[Louie Anson Ng]

Niky, that's good to know. Are there other differences between the test drive unit/s loaned to TGP and the 4x4 that will be sold here? The sales guy told me the 4x4 won't have a sunroof. The one in TGP had one. I'm wondering what else they could've left out.

*sachiel
The transmission feels like a normal a/t, although I haven't driven a lot of other CVTs to compare. Maybe this CVT is just that good. No hesitation when you press on the gas. Compared to the GL Tucson it's much more comfortable.

sir tanong ko na rin since nakapag test drive ka ng 4x2, yung 4x4 diba may surround camera siya? sa side mirrors, front and rear? sa 4x2 ba rear lang or wala talaga?