JAC T9 Double Cab 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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JAC T9 Double Cab
T9 2.0L CTi Hunter 4x2
Diesel
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 629,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 144 kW
🔧 487 Nm
⛽ 12.66 km/l
VS
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
JAC T9 Double Cab vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
T9 Double Cab and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
T9 Double Cab starts ZAR 138,000 cheaper
T9 Double Cab from ZAR 549,900 · X-Trail from ZAR 687,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | T9 Double Cab144 kW @ 3014 rpm | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | T9 Double Cab487 Nm | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | T9 Double Cab1999 cc | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | T9 Double Cab12.66 km/l | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | T9 Double Cab210 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
T9 Double Cab
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
X-Trail
Strengths
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
T9 Double Cab
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2001 |
| Generation | Current South African T9 Double Cab range verified on 7 September 2026 | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | No later South African facelift was identified in the current official model and brochure material | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Double-cab bakkie | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Double-cab bakkie | Family SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Double-cab pickup | 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 |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1666 kg |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 1965 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1920 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3110 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 210 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not Officially Disclosed | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | Not Officially Disclosed | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2945 kg | 2295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.2 m | 11.1 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 892 mm |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 144 kW @ 3014 rpm | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 487 Nm | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Standard, Sport, Eco, Snow | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | ZF 8-speed automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | Intelligent 4x4 |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 8 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | CVT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | ZF 8-speed automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4×2 | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | Not Applicable |
| Engine Position | - | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 12.66 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.8 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 14.5 km/l | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 12.66 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 76 | 55 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 points | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| BA | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Vehicle security system |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Standard |
| Safety Rating | - | - |
| Whiplash Protection | - | - |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| 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 |
| Far Side Airbag | - | Standard |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Auto Lights | - | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | - | 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 |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| 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 |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather-accented |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather-accented |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual slide and reclining |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Steering Type | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Second-row centre armrest |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1422 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Standard |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Front seat back pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Cooled Seats | - | Not Available |
| Fabric Seats | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Front Headrest | - | - |
| Leather Seats | - | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Memory Seats | - | - |
| Rear Headrest | - | - |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Rear centre armrest |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 651 |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Heated Front Seats | - | Standard |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | - | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Interior Colours | - | 5 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Third Row Seats | - | Standard |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| AC Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | - | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Boot Opener | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | - |
| Chrome Grille | - | - |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | - |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.33 |
| Driver Display | - | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Engine Check Warning | - | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | - |
| Engine Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Capless fuel filler door |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | - |
| Headlamp Washer | - | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | - |
| Heads Up Display | - | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | - |
| Intercooler | - | Not Applicable |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | - |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rear Wing | - | - |
| Remote Engine Start | - | - |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Roof Antenna | - | - |
| Seat Type | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Not Available |
| Service Reminder | - | - |
| Side Steps | - | - |
| Skid Plates | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Steering Response | - | - |
| Tachometer | - | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | - | Standard |
| Trip Computer | - | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Voice Command | - | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | - | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.4 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Not Officially Disclosed | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 12.3-inch |
| Driver Alertness | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Glove Box | - | - |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Standard |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | - |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Powered Tailgate | - | - |
| Propilot | - | Standard |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | LED tail lights |
| Rear Privacy Windows | - | Standard |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Remote Start | - | - |
| Rim Size | 18 | 19 |
| Roof Load | - | 100 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Side Impact Bars | - | - |
| Sonar | - | Parking distance sensors |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Standard |
| Variant Role | - | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Navigation System | - | Satellite navigation |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| AUX Input | - | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Premium Audio | - | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Audio | - | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Audio System | - | 6 speaker audio system |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Head Up Display | - | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Multi Information Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Connected Services | - | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | - | Voice recognition |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Radio | - | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Silver roof rails |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | - |
| Body Cladding | - | Black side moulding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Roof Type | - | Two-tone body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body colour |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | - |
| Front Overhang | - | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1040 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | - | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 935 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | - |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Overhang Mm | - | 1040 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 27 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 23 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Snow |
| Terrain Response System | - | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/60 R18 | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18 | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Wheel Type | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 18 | 19 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Standard |
| Brakes | - | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | - |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-accented |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-accented |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | - | 750 kg |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheels | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Front Track Width | - | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1590 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | - |
| Power Steering | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | - | - |
| Rear Spring Type | - | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | - |
| Chassis Material | - | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Independent front strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | - | - |
| Suspension | - | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 183 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | - |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 183 |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 100,000 km | Not Available |
| Service Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | - | - |
| Battery Warranty | - | - |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| First Service At | - | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | - |
| Alternator | - | - |
| Service Intervals | - | 15 000 km |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African double-cab bakkie derivative | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Price Zar | 629900 ZAR | 812900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current official suggested retail price, vat included | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Starting Price | 629900 | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 629900 | 812900 |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years / 200,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 200,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 200,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 200,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Spec | T9 Double Cab | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This T9 Double Cab 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: T9 Double Cab 74 vs X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: T9 Double Cab 54 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: T9 Double Cab 85 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: T9 Double Cab 86 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: T9 Double Cab 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
T9 Double Cab leads by 6 points
T9 Double Cab and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
76
/100
Lead
6
points
Data
59%
source coverage
76
#1
Evidence leader
T9 Double Cab
59% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 86
Check
Efficiency 54
Performance
74
Efficiency
54
Safety
85
Practicality
86
Leads by 6 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
T9 Double Cab +18
Efficiency
T9 Double Cab +4
Safety
X-Trail +9
Practicality
T9 Double Cab +8
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
T9 Double Cab
Performance
74/100
Efficiency
54/100
Safety
85/100
Practicality
86/100
X-Trail
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
JAC T9 Double Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 70 pts for X-Trail
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, T9 Double Cab 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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T9 Double Cab 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.