Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith vs Nissan X-Trail
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith
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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith
Wraith Black Badge
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Discontinued model
No longer sold new
historical price not confirmed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 465 kW
🔧 870 Nm
⛽ 6.85 km/l
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Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 812,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 135 kW
🔧 244 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
Black Badge Wraith and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Black Badge Wraith465 kW @ 5600 rpm | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Black Badge Wraith870 Nm @ 1700-4500 rpm | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | Black Badge Wraith6592 cc | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Black Badge Wraith6.85 km/l | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Black Badge Wraith149 mm | X-Trail211 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Black Badge Wraith
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
X-Trail
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Black Badge Wraith
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2017 | 2001 |
| Generation | Wraith Black Badge launch configuration; the World technical sheet was created in May 2016 and the derivative was launched in South Africa in early 2017. | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | Black Badge was a distinct Wraith derivative, not a Wraith facelift; this profile keeps its launch specification separate from later revised figures. | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2017 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | 2023 | Current |
| Body Style | Coupe | SUV |
| Model Year | 2017 | 2026 |
| Production Status | discontinued | published |
| Segment | Ultra-luxury performance grand tourer | Family SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Tare Mass Kg | Not confirmed | 1666 kg |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5285 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 1947 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1507 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3112 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 149 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 149 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 470 l | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2810 kg | 2295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 370 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.35 m | 11.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 1002 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 941 mm | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1054 mm | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 937 mm | 892 mm |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.592-litre twin-turbo V12 | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | N74B66A | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6592 cc | 2488 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 48 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 89 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 88.3 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 465 kW @ 5600 rpm | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 870 Nm @ 1700-4500 rpm | 244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 6000 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 190.6 kW/tonne | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 356.6 Nm/tonne | 146.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.813 | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 8 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Electronically controlled automatic; no shift paddles | CVT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 | Xtronic CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Two axles | 4WD |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | Not Applicable |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | - |
| LSD Available | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | - |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Drive Mode Selector | Not confirmed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 6.85 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 4.50 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 9.90 km/l | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | EU5 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No automatic engine stop/start | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 82 | 55 |
| Combined Driving Range | 561.64 km (calculated theoretical) | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 6.85 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control (ESP) | Standard |
| Traction Control | Dynamic Traction Control | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Applicable | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | ISOFIX child-seat preparation | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Dynamic Brake Control | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front seat-belt warning sensor | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front Park Distance Control | Standard |
| BA | Dynamic Brake Control | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Head-protection airbags | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| EBD | Electronic brakeforce distribution | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard; electric parking brake with automatic hold | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seat-belt warning sensor | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Side Airbags | Front-seat side airbags | Standard |
| Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control (ESP) | Standard |
| TCS | Dynamic Traction Control | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Standard | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard; electric parking brake with automatic hold | Standard |
| Alarm System | Not confirmed | Vehicle security system |
| Central Locking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | - |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Speed limiter |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| AEB | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Far Side Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Available Active Cruise Control with stop-and-go | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Available Active Cruise Control with stop-and-go | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Departure Warning | Available; documented on a South African-market example | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Available | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear Park Distance Control | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Rear-view camera | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Available front, side, rear and top-view camera system | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | High-beam assistance | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed wipers | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear Park Distance Control | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Rear-view camera | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Available Active Cruise Control with stop-and-go | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Front and rear parking sensors | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Available front, side, rear and top-view camera system | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Available | Standard |
| Lane Keep Assist | Available; documented on a South African-market example | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Available front, side, rear and top-view camera system | Standard |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather-accented |
| Heated Seats | Heated front seats | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Available; documented on a South African-market example | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Black Starlight Headliner | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather-accented |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Electric front seat with memory and massage | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric front seat with memory and massage | Manual slide and reclining |
| Seat Trim | Black Badge contrast leather | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Steering Type | Not confirmed | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | Not confirmed | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Centre armrest |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Second-row centre armrest |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1422 mm |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Front seat back pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | - |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | - |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Rear centre armrest |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 651 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Heated Front Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Third Row Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic four-zone climate control | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | Two one-touch power windows | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Entry keyless access | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Push-button start | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | Power opening and closing luggage-compartment lid | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| AC Type | Automatic four-zone climate control | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Wireless Charging | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1298 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1298 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | - |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.33 |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Capless fuel filler door |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | - |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | - |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | - |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | - |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | - |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | - |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spare Wheel | No spare wheel; run-flat tyres | Temporary spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | - |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 10.4 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic four-zone climate control | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Driver Alertness | Not confirmed | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | - |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Sliding Doors | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | - |
| Propilot | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | LED tail lights |
| Rear Privacy Windows | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Rim Size | Front 8.5 x 21; rear 9.5 x 21 | 19 |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 100 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | - |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Parking distance sensors |
| Sound System | 16 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Available front, side, rear and top-view camera system | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tie Down Hooks | Not confirmed | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | top |
| Unlocking | Comfort Entry keyless access | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Navigation and media interface with Spirit of Ecstasy Rotary Controller and touchpad | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Hands-free calling and audio streaming | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 16 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No – analogue dials with Power Reserve gauge | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | USB audio connections in the centre console and glovebox | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch high-definition display | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch high-definition display | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Apple CarPlay | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Navigation System | Not confirmed | Satellite navigation |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not confirmed | Standard |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Standard |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch high-definition display | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Audio | Not confirmed | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Speakers | 16 | 6 |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | 6 speaker audio system |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Radio | Not confirmed | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Roof Rails | No; vehicle not approved for roof loads | Silver roof rails |
| Exterior Colour Options | Bespoke exterior colour commissioning; not restricted to black | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Optional fixed glass roof | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Not confirmed | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not confirmed | - |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Black side moulding |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | - |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Two-tone body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body colour |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| DRL | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 935 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Standard | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Approach Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | Not confirmed | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | Not confirmed | 210 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Snow |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Front 255/40 R21 102Y; rear 285/35 R21 105Y | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | No spare wheel; run-flat tyres | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | Front 8.5 x 21; rear 9.5 x 21 | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on the rear wheels | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Wheel Type | Not confirmed | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Brake Type Front | Not confirmed | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Not confirmed | Disc |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | Front 8.5 x 21; rear 9.5 x 21 | 19 |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather-accented |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather-accented |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | Not confirmed | 750 kg |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Not confirmed | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheels | Not confirmed | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Black Badge-tuned double-wishbone pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | Black Badge-tuned multi-link pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1590 mm |
| Chassis Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Power Steering | Not confirmed | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Column | Not confirmed | Tilt and telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Black Badge-tuned double-wishbone pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping | Independent front strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Rear Suspension Type | Black Badge-tuned multi-link pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | - |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 333 g/km | 183 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Designed for 95 RON; minimum 91 RON | Petrol |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | - |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 183 |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | Not Available |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | - |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | - |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | - |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | - |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Historical South African Black Badge derivative revealed locally in early 2017 and supported by a 2018 Provenance record; the March 2022 global Wraith order-book closure is an outer bound, not proof of the exact South African withdrawal year, while production ended in 2023. | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Pricing Role | Historical price on application | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 812900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 812900 |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | - |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Black Badge Wraith | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | Not confirmed | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Black Badge Wraith and X-Trail comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Black Badge Wraith 97 vs X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: Black Badge Wraith 31 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: Black Badge Wraith 88 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: Black Badge Wraith 57 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: Black Badge Wraith not separately scored vs X-Trail not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Black Badge Wraith leads by 1 points
Black Badge Wraith and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
71
/100
Lead
1
points
Data
74%
source coverage
71
#1
Evidence leader
Black Badge Wraith
74% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 97
Check
Efficiency 31
Performance
97
Efficiency
31
Safety
88
Practicality
57
Leads by 1 points
70
#2
X-Trail
70% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 50
Performance
56
Efficiency
50
Safety
94
Practicality
78
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Black Badge Wraith +41
Efficiency
X-Trail +19
Safety
X-Trail +6
Practicality
X-Trail +21
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Black Badge Wraith
Performance
97/100
Efficiency
31/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
57/100
X-Trail
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Black Badge Wraith
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 70 pts for X-Trail
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Black Badge Wraith leads. However, X-Trail may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Black Badge Wraith vs X-Trail questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.