Source type: Nissan South Africa
Nissan New Patrol vs Nissan X-Trail
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Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
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CVT
Current
ZAR 812,900
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⚡ 135 kW
🔧 244 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Decision summary
Nissan New Patrol vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
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| Specification | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | New Patrol- | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | New Patrol- | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | New Patrol- | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | New Patrol- | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | New Patrol- | X-Trail211 mm |
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Source type: Nissan South Africa X-Trail specifications page and September 2025 brochure
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Generation | Seventh-generation Y63 Nissan Patrol announced for South Africa | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | upcoming | published |
| Segment | Large premium SUV | Family SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger Vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Model Introduced Year | - | 2001 |
| Facelift History | - | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Version Ending | - | Current |
| Facelift Launched Since | - | 2023 |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1666 kg |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 3075 mm | 2705 mm |
| Doors | - | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 55 l |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | - | 211 mm |
| Height | - | 1725 mm |
| Length | - | 4680 mm |
| Seating Capacity | - | 7 seats |
| Towing Capacity | - | 2000 kg |
| Width | - | 1840 mm |
| Kerb Weight | - | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | - | 2295 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | - | 11.1 m |
| Boot/Cargo Space | - | 485 l |
| Front Legroom | - | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | - | 892 mm |
| Front Headroom | - | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | - | 1000 mm |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Large premium family, towing and touring SUV | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Pricing Role | Announced price not publicly listed | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Price Zar | - | 812900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 812900 |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 360 Degree Camera | - | Standard |
| Around View Monitor | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | - | Standard |
| Cruise Control | - | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | - | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | - | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | - | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear Parking Sensors | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | - | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | - | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | - | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | - | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | - | Standard |
| Park Assist | - | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | - | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Auto Lights | - | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Front Camera | - | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Sport Mode | - | Standard |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD Engagement | - | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | - | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | - | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | - | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Axle Layout | - | 4WD |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Drivetrain | - | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Drivetrain Layout | - | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Gear Shift Type | - | CVT |
| Gearbox | - | Xtronic CVT |
| Gearbox Type | - | Xtronic CVT |
| Low Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | - | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Transmission Type | - | CVT |
| Number of Gears | - | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| LSD Available | - | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | - | Standard |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | - | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Clutch Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Engine Position | - | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD System Type | - | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Snow |
| Terrain Modes | - | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Underbody Protection | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Locking Differential | - | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | - | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | Not Available |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Headlights | - | Standard |
| LED Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | - | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | - | Standard |
| Roof Rails | - | Silver roof rails |
| Front Overhang | - | 935 mm |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1040 mm |
| Rear Overhang Mm | - | 1040 mm |
| Front Fog Lamps | - | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | - | Standard |
| Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Headlight Type | - | Standard |
| Led Headlights | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | - | Standard |
| DRL | - | Standard |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body colour |
| Body Cladding | - | Black side moulding |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Two-tone body colour |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 12.3-inch |
| Heads Up Display | - | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | - | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Propilot | - | Standard |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Skid Plates | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Sound System | - | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Monitor | - | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | - | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Variant Role | - | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | - | Standard |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Climate Control | - | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| AC Type | - | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | - | Front and rear power windows |
| Push Button Start | - | Standard |
| Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rim Size | - | 19 |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Air Conditioning | - | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Standard |
| Power Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | - | Standard |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | - | 100 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Spare Wheel | - | Temporary spare wheel |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| TPMS | - | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Driver Alertness | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Bottle Holders | - | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Centre Console | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Driver Display | - | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Armrest | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Front Wiper | - | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Capless fuel filler door |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Manual Aircon | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Standard |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | LED tail lights |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Sonar | - | Parking distance sensors |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Tachometer | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | - | Standard |
| Trip Computer | - | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Standard |
| Voice Command | - | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | - | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.4 sec |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | - |
| Engine Check Warning | - | - |
| Steering Response | - | - |
| Side Steps | - | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | - |
| Remote Engine Start | - | - |
| Remote Start | - | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | - |
| Boot Opener | - | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | - |
| Headlamp Washer | - | - |
| Roof Antenna | - | - |
| Rear Wing | - | - |
| Aero Kit | - | - |
| Chrome Grille | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | - |
| Powered Tailgate | - | - |
| Service Reminder | - | - |
| Glove Box | - | - |
| Lift Gate | - | - |
| Sub Frame | - | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | - |
| Side Impact Bars | - | - |
| Engine Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Intercooler | - | Not Applicable |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 55 l |
| Fuel Tank Litres | - | 55 |
| Claimed Mileage | - | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | - | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | - | 15.7 km/l |
| Emission Standard | - | - |
| Auto Start Stop | - | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | - | 12.8 km/l |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Speakers | - | 6 |
| Audio System | - | 6 speaker audio system |
| Connected Services | - | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | - | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch |
| Head Up Display | - | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Infotainment System | - | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen | - | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Multi Information Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen Size | - | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Number of Speakers | - | 6 |
| Touchscreen | - | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Apple CarPlay | - | Standard |
| Android Auto | - | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | - | Standard |
| USB Ports | - | 4 |
| Navigation System | - | Satellite navigation |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | - | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| Radio | - | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Audio | - | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Control | - | Voice recognition |
| AUX Input | - | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | - |
| Premium Audio | - | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Years | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric Seats | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Interior Colours | - | 5 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | - | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Seat Material | - | Leather-accented |
| Seat Trim | - | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1422 mm |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | - | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | - | Manual slide and reclining |
| Heated Seats | - | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | - | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | - | Leather-accented |
| Ambient Lighting | - | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | - | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Heated Front Seats | - | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Third Row Seats | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 651 |
| Steering Type | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Rear Armrest | - | Second-row centre armrest |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | - | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | - | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 2 |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Rear centre armrest |
| Cooled Seats | - | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Seats | - | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Front seat back pockets |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Memory Seats | - | - |
| Front Headrest | - | - |
| Rear Headrest | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheels | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Rim Size | - | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | - | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Tyre Size | - | 235/55 R19 |
| Spare Wheel Type | - | Temporary spare wheel |
| Front Brake Type | - | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | - | Disc |
| Wheel Diameter | - | 19 |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | - | 750 kg |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Standard |
| Brakes | - | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-accented |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-accented |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Hill Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Airbag | - | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | - | Standard |
| Side Airbags | - | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | - | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | - | Not Available |
| ABS | - | Standard |
| EBD | - | Standard |
| ABS EBD | - | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | - | Standard |
| Stability Control | - | Standard |
| Traction Control | - | Standard |
| TCS | - | Standard |
| Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| BA | - | Standard |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Hill Hold | - | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | - | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | - | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seatbelt Reminder | - | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | - | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | - | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Standard |
| Front Parking Sensors | - | Standard |
| AEB | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | - | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Vehicle security system |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Whiplash Protection | - | - |
| Safety Rating | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 183 g/km |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 183 |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | - |
| Start Stop System | - | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | - |
| Noise Level | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Front Track Width | - | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1590 mm |
| Front Suspension | - | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | - | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Front Suspension Type | - | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | - | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Power Steering | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Chassis Type | - | - |
| Front Spring Type | - | - |
| Rear Spring Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorbers | - | - |
| Chassis Material | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Intervals | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Plan | - | Not Available |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | - |
| Alternator | - | - |
| First Service At | - | - |
| Approx Service Cost | - | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | - |
| Battery Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | - |
| Spec | New Patrol | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | - | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | - | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | - | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | - | 2488 cc |
| Cylinders | - | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | - | Inline |
| Valves | - | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | - | 4 |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | - | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | - | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | - | 244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Combined Power | - | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | - | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | - | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | - | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | - | 4WD |
| Transmission | - | CVT |
| Top Speed | - | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | - | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | - | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | - | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | - | 146.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | - | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | - | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | - | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | - | Not Applicable |
In depth: how these cars differ
This New Patrol and X-Trail comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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What the evidence means
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New Patrol 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.