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Nissan’s SUV Triple Treat

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After an extended period of SUV mainstays running on tired legs, Nissan has re-emerged with three all-new models, ranging from the eight-seat Pathfinder to the urban-focused Qashqai. In between is the versatile X-Trail, built on the same platform as the Qashqai but boasting more rugged styling and the option of a compact third row of seats. The six-variant range includes two- and fourwheel drive versions, plus five- and seven-seat capacity, priced from $36,750 to $52,990 (MRLP). Power comes from a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine putting 135kW and 244Nm through a CVT transmission and sipping unleaded at 7.4 to 7.8L/100km, depending on the variant. Meanwhile, the e-POWER drivetrain offers a lower-emission hybrid alternative. Its 1.5-litre turbocharged threecylinder petrol engine charges the car’s lightweight, lithium-ion battery pack, which then provides power to an electric motor via an inverter – offering the same high-performance driving experience as an all-electric car, minus the range anxiety and with lower 6.1L/100km fuel consumption. The new Nissan X-Trail is on sale now, with e-POWER variants due this year.