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Toyota RAV4 vs Nissan X-Trail Comparison
Toyota RAV4
Nissan X-Trail
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Efficient hybrid powertrain
- Plenty of interior space
- Cheap servicing
- Droning petrol engine
- Slow, beeping power tailgate
- Orange highlights aren't for everyone
- Comfortable interior
- Economical in the real world
- Sharp pricing
- Could use hybrid tech
- Not as off-road ready as it seems
- Servicing could be cheaper
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$700)
Colours Available
The Toyota RAV4 is available in nine different colours, however not all are available across all variants. The following are available on the Cruiser and GXL:
- Glacier White
- Crystal Pearl
- Silver Sky
- Graphite
- Atomic Rush (red)
- Eclipse Black
- Mineral Blue
- Saturn Blue
The GX misses out on Crystal Pearl. The XSE missed out on Crystal Pearl, Atomic Rush, Eclipse lack and Saturn Blue.
The top-spec Toyota RAV4 Edge misses out on the two white colours and Saturn Blue but it does get its own unique Jungle Khaki colour.
Premium paint is a $675 option.
A full list of colours for the 2022 range has yet to be announced.
The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is offered in a range of colour options:x
- Solid White
- Brilliant Silver
- Gun Metallic
- Caspian Blue
- Diamond Black
- Scarlet Ember
The ST-L adds the option of the following colours:
- Champagne Silver
- Ivory Pearl
- Ceramic Grey
The Ti adds the option of the following colours:
- Ceramic grey two-tone with black roof
- Ivory Pearl two-tone
- Caspian Blue two-tone
The Ti-L e-Power adds:
- Champagne Silver two-tone
Metallic Paint costs $700 for all models while the option of two-tone paint for the Ti and Ti-L cost $1200.
Comparison
Reviews
Toyota now only sells hybrid versions of the hot-selling RAV4 SUV, and it remains a benchmark for the segment.
Jack Quick
Nissan's toughened-up X-Trail is a strong choice for the weekend adventurer, and picking one up won't break the bank.
Max Davies
Ready To Buy
Specs
Type | ||
DIRECT FUEL INJ | ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
2487 | 1497 - 2488 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.5L | 1.5L, 2.5L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4 | TURBO 3, INLINE 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 12 - 16 | |
Power | ||
131kW | 135kW - 157kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5700 | 4600 - 6000 | |
Torque | ||
221Nm | 244Nm - 250Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
3600 | 2400 - 3600 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
14 | 9.6 - 14 |