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Verdict
Family SUV rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2014, with a 550 L boot in 5-seat form and an optional 7-seat version. The point to watch is the 1.6 dCi 130 diesel, whose turbo, EGR valve and particulate filter come up in owner reviews. Ask for a complete service history and a long test drive.
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €10,000 – €29,000
- Monthly cost
- €391
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.6 dCi 130 manuelle, 1.6 DIG-T 163.
1.6 dCi 130 manuelle
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Manual · 130 hp · 5.1 L/100 km · 133 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 2
The only engine available at launch according to a British review; engine sourced from Renault. Watch the turbo, EGR valve and DPF.
Engine: Renault-Nissan 1.6 dCi (R9M)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic
Diesel · Automatic · 130 hp · Crit'Air 2
Same engine paired with the Xtronic CVT: the test drive should be long, both cold and warm.
Engine: Renault-Nissan 1.6 dCi (R9M)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
1.6 DIG-T 163
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 163 hp · Crit'Air 1
1.6 turbo petrol with 240 Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox, front-wheel drive.
2.0 dCi 177 Xtronic 4x4
Diesel · Automatic · 177 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 diesel with 380 Nm, all-wheel drive and Xtronic gearbox; towing limited to 1.6 t in automatic.
Market prices
€10,000 – €29,000
Indicative range: 2014 to 2022, yearly medians of 309 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Turbo, EGR valve and particulate filter on the 1.6 dCi 130
Severity 2/3 · CostlyOn the 1.6 dCi 130, owner reviews (Fiches-auto) mainly cite the turbo, for example an oil leak at around 120,000 km. The Carverif site rates the turbo 4/10 and general mechanical reliability 7/10, but its figures rest on small samples. A British site also describes the particulate filter as prone to clogging. These are individual reports, with no official statistics.
- Versions
- 1.6 dCi 130 manuelle, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Nissan X-Trail”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €138 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €87 |
| Maintenance | €36 |
| Depreciation | €130 |
| Total per month | €391 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (diesel)€138
1.6 dCi 130 manuelle version: combined consumption of 5.1 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.347 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
5.1 × 1.15 × 2.347 € × 10 = €138
Diesel price: French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€87
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€36
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€130
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Nissan X-Trail III (T32) — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Diesel 1.6 dCi: have the turbo checked (play, oil leaks), the EGR valve and the condition of the particulate filter.
- Xtronic gearbox: long test drive, cold and warm, with no juddering, vibration or hesitation.
- Petrol 1.6 DIG-T: cold start without a chain rattle.
- Ask for the service book and complete invoices.
- Check with Nissan, using the serial number, whether any recall campaigns have been carried out.
- 7-seat version: test the sliding rear bench and access to the two rear seats.
Questions to ask the seller
- Have the turbo, EGR valve or particulate filter already been replaced? Do you have the invoices?
- Has the car mostly been driven in town or on long journeys?
- Have Nissan software updates and recall campaigns been carried out?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Nissan Qashqai
II · 2014–2021
- Price
- €9,000 – €18,490
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Renault Kadjar
I · 2015–2022
- Price
- €9,240 – €17,544
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Toyota RAV4
IV · 2012–2018
- Price
- €9,500 – €19,600
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Škoda Karoq
I · since 2017
- Price
- €16,000 – €32,700
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Photo: M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de
Peugeot 3008
II · 2016–2023
- Price
- €7,980 – €17,294
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Nissan X-Trail III (T32) (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Nissan X-Trail III have good safety results?
Yes: it scored 5 stars at Euro NCAP in 2014, with 86% for adult occupant protection and 83% for child occupant protection.
What is the boot capacity of the X-Trail III?
550 litres in the 5-seat version and 450 litres in the 7-seat version according to Fiches-auto; Caradisiac gives 445 L minimum and 1,982 L maximum for the 1.6 dCi 7-seater.
What are the weak points of the 1.6 dCi 130?
Owner reviews mainly cite the turbo, the EGR valve and the particulate filter. These are individual reports, to be checked against the service history.
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