New Nissan X-Trail spotted

According To Khabar  Khodro , The new Nissan X-Trail SUV is entering the final stages of development ahead of a launch at next month’s Frankfurt motor show. UK sales are tipped to get under way later this year.

When the next-generation Qashqai arrives early next year, there will be no seven-seat version, so the X-Trail will be Nissan’s sole offering in the seven-seat SUV segment.

The firm closely previewed the new X-Trail with its stylish Hi-Cross concept at the 2012 Geneva motor show.

Insiders say the new X-Trail will be just as capable as the current car off road when equipped with the expected optional all-wheel drive system.

Front-wheel drive is tipped to be offered as standard to help make the economy better than the current car’s. The engine will be a significantly updated version of the current X-Trail’s 2.0-litre diesel engine.

The interior, also previewed by the Hi-Cross concept, is set to be significantly improved both in terms of design and quality over the current X-Trail’s.

The aim with the new X-Trail is to score a sales success against the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Insignia.