TEST NISSAN X-TRAIL TEKNA E-POWER E-4ORCE 213 4WD AUTO
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James Batchelor puts a restyled, petrol-electric version of a caravanner’s favourite to the test
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n the past if you wanted a family SUV that wasn't afraid to get its feet muddy, the Nissan X-Trail was a solid option, and it has also long been a favourite among caravan owners. In recent years, however, the X-Trail has often felt like an upscaled version of the smaller Qashqai – plusher, yes, but having lost some of its individuality. Now, Nissan has launched a new iteration of the X-Trail, updating it with the latest technology and fuel-sipping powertrains, but also taking the car closer towards its rugged roots. I got behind the wheel to try it out…
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The X-Trail was launched in 2001 as a fairly rough, no-nonsense 4×4, and it quickly acquired a league of fans who loved its unassuming styling and rugged mechanicals – the latter being just as good at www.camc.com