Nissan X-Trail (2001 - 2007) 2.2 dCi SVE (136ps) 5d (2004/04) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I haven't heard it speak yet!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

It's nothing special compared to my Skyline

Would you buy this car again and why?

No I'm bored with it already and looking at an M class merc

What are you likely to buy next?

M class merc

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,850

When did you buy the car?

November 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got it for a bargain price and with a new turbo just fitted to it too.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Fancied a change from a traditional estate car and like the high up driving position

What was the dealer like?

ebay dealer was kind and polite. He even picked me up from the airport!

What's it like to drive?

Lovely slick 6-speed gearbox that just falls into gear. Good low down torque and no need to rev it hard. It get buffeted by the wind a bit on motorways, but then high vehicles do. The speedo is about 8mph optimistic and it has so far returned between 33 - 35 mpg.

What's it like to park?

It's easy to park, with a good turning circle for a 4x4

Have you had any problems with the car?

The intercooler leaked, which is a very common problem and needed to be replaced.

What's most practical about your car?

High up driving position and the option of four wheel drive if we get snow at Christmas

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats warm up the cold leather quickly in winter.