2011 Nissan X-Trail SUV Facelift Breaks Cover in Japan 1600 × 1067 - 272k - jpg

 

In the interior, the X-Trail is spruced up with a redesigned instrument panel featuring larger dials and a new information display system, fresh colors and additional standard features.

For the first time since its introduction in 2008, the diesel-powered X-Trail 20GT will be available with a new 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-liter diesel unit produces 170-horsepower and 360Nm / 265 lb-ft of peak torque. Furthermore, Nissan has introduced a new an "Advanced Hill Descent Control" fitted with a speed-setting function.

The 2011 X-Trail goes on sale in Japan on July 16, with prices ranging from 2,239,650 yen to 3,139,500 yen [US$25,700-36,000].

Nissan did not say if any of these changes will pass on to the European market version of the X-Trail.