Nissan X-Trail — Buyer's Guide
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Nissan X-Trail overview
With 110,582 currently licensed in the UK, the Nissan X-Trail is one of Britain's most popular cars.
Euro NCAP awarded the X-Trail 5 stars in 2021, with 91% adult occupant and 90% child protection scores.
Annual running costs are estimated at £3,467 for a typical 5-year-old example, breaking down to £289/month or 47p/mile.
NCAP Safety
2021
Monthly Cost
£289
est. annual total
New From
£24,000
Safety rating
Euro NCAP tested the X-Trail in 2021 and awarded it 5 out of 5 stars.
Adult Occupant
91%
Child Occupant
90%
Pedestrian
91%
Safety Assist
95%
Safety recalls
There are 20 known DVSA recalls affecting the Nissan X-Trail. Enter a registration number to check whether a specific vehicle is affected.
R/2026/265
For affected vehicles the lithium-ion battery controller (LBC) on some X-Trail (T33) vehicles may not properly maintain diagnostic robustness. It has been found that these ICs may misdiagnose abnormalities and as a result the system may enter fail-safe mode during driving which restricts motor output and prohibits charging. Under certain conditions a loss of motive power may occur and the vehicle may stop while driving due to the loss of propulsion.
Build dates: 2021-12-01 to 2026-04-21
R/2025/051
On affected vehicles the Adaptive LED Headlight (ALH) configuration may be out of specification. In this condition the ALH may not function as intended and alternate between high and low beam mode despite the presence of other vehicles.
Build dates: 2024-01-15 to 2024-10-01
R/2025/052
For certain vehicles due to incorrect software calibration the Intelligent Speed Assistance may not behave as intended.
Build dates: 2024-07-02 to 2024-09-27
R/2018/100
In 2013 Nissan announced a Recall campaign to replace Takata SPI front passenger airbag inflators. A non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used for the replacement. Although there have been no known incidents associated with inflators of this type Nissan has decided to replace all inflators previously repaired with a non-dessicated inflator to a new dessicated version.
Build dates: 2004-01-10 to 2012-11-28
R/2017/279
The air bag inflators on affected vehicles were previously checked and deemed to be serviceable. As a precautionary measure the manufacturer has decided to replace them with new assemblies.
Build dates: 2004-01-10 to 2012-11-28
+ 15 more recalls. Check a specific vehicle to see the full list.
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Running costs
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Nissan X-Trail are estimated at around £3,467 per year, or £289 per month.
Fuel
£1,648
/year
Road Tax
£195
/year
Depreciation
£969
/year
MOT
£55
/year
Estimated annual running costs based on available data. Excludes insurance, parking, and finance costs. Actual costs depend on your driving habits and circumstances.
Fuel economy
The X-Trail achieves a combined fuel economy of around 34.9 mpg (26.9 mpg urban, 42.2 mpg extra-urban).
| Variant | Fuel | Combined | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| X - TRAIL, 2011 | DIESEL | 39.8 mpg | 2.0L |
| X - TRAIL, 2014 | DIESEL | 57.6 mpg | 1.6L |
| X TRAIL | DIESEL | 34.9 mpg | 2.0L |
| X TRAIL , 2014 | DIESEL | 55.4 mpg | 1.6L |
| X TRAIL 2007 | DIESEL | 39.8 mpg | 2.0L |
| X TRAIL 2007 | PETROL | 32.5 mpg | 2.0L |
| X TRAIL 2007 | PETROL | 30.4 mpg | 2.5L |
| X TRAIL, 2017 | DIESEL | 57.6 mpg | 1.6L |
Depreciation
Starting from £24,000 new, a Nissan X-Trail typically retains about 56% after 3 years and 46% after 5 years.
| Age | Retained | Est. Value | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | £18,000 | −£6,000 |
| 2 years | 64% | £15,300 | −£8,700 |
| 3 years | 56% | £13,450 | −£10,550 |
| 4 years | 50% | £12,100 | −£11,900 |
| 5 years | 46% | £11,150 | −£12,850 |
| 6 years | 43% | £10,350 | −£13,650 |
| 7 years | 41% | £9,750 | −£14,250 |
| 8 years | 39% | £9,250 | −£14,750 |
| 9 years | 37% | £8,800 | −£15,200 |
| 10 years | 35% | £8,350 | −£15,650 |
How common is the X-Trail?
There are currently 110,582 licensed and 9,777 SORN X-Trails in the UK (120,359 total). This makes it a very common vehicle on UK roads.
Frequently asked questions
How safe is the Nissan X-Trail?
Euro NCAP awarded the X-Trail 5 out of 5 stars when tested in 2021. It scored 91% for adult occupant protection, 90% for child occupant protection, 91% for vulnerable road users, and 95% for safety assist features.
How much does a Nissan X-Trail cost to run?
Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old X-Trail are estimated at around £3,467 per year (£289/month). This includes fuel, road tax, depreciation, and MOT fees — but excludes insurance, servicing, and repairs.
Are there any recalls on the Nissan X-Trail?
There are 20 known safety recalls affecting the X-Trail. These are issued by the DVSA when a safety defect is found. You can check if a specific vehicle is affected by entering its registration number.
How much does a new Nissan X-Trail cost?
A new X-Trail starts from around £24,000. After 5 years, a typical example retains about 46% of its original value.
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