Nissan has introduced a fresh N-Trek trim for the X-Trail in Australia, boasting a more rugged aesthetic that marks its return to the lineup after a five-year hiatus. This N-Trek edition brings a slew of off-road-inspired exterior and interior enhancements to the Australian version of the North American Rogue.
Starting with the exterior, the X-Trail N-Trek showcases a redesigned garnish surrounding the bumper intake, drawing attention to the newly incorporated LED fog lights. Sporting a darker finish, the plastic cladding harmonizes with the blacked-out mirrors, door handles, and roof rails. In a departure from other trims, the N-Trek also features a dark grille in lieu of the chrome finish.
In addition to its rugged appearance, Nissan's design team has crafted an exclusive set of 18-inch alloy wheels for the N-Trek. The color options span a diverse spectrum, including Gun Metallic, Champagne Silver, Ivory Pearl, Diamond Black, and Ceramic Grey finishes, with select choices offering a black roof option.
Unlike its U.S. counterpart, the Nissan Rogue, which has undergone a mid-cycle facelift, the X-Trail has yet to receive such updates. Nonetheless, despite this delay, it already boasts a larger digital cockpit, having been introduced two years later. Based on the mid-spec ST-L trim, the N-Trek edition comes generously equipped with features, including dual 12.3-inch screens, a 10.8-inch heads-up display, and the ProPilot safety suite as standard.
A highlight of the N-Trek's interior is the new synthetic leather upholstery with "water-resistant qualities," ensuring occupants need not fret if their attire gets damp during outdoor activities. Available in both five- and seven-seater configurations like the rest of the X-Trail lineup, the N-Trek offers versatility to suit varying needs.
Despite its rugged appearance, the X-Trail N-Trek doesn't receive any performance or chassis enhancements. Unlike other Australian-spec trims of the X-Trail, it does not offer the e-Power hybrid powertrain option. Instead, it is powered by a non-electrified 2.5-liter gasoline engine, delivering 181 horsepower and 244 Nm of torque, transmitted either to the front (2WD) or all four wheels (4WD) solely through a CVT gearbox.
In contrast to the previous generation of the Nissan X-Trail N-Trek, which was limited to 500 units in 2019, the new model is widely available in the Australian market as the adventurous trim of the lineup. Pricing starts from AU$ 47,290 for the five-seater 2WD model and AU$ 50,390 for the seven-seater 4WD variant.