Off-road ability and tech treats: The Nissan X-Trail 4x4 variant

For true off-road adventures, nothing beats a 4x4 vehicle, and the Nissan X-Trail 2.5L 4x4 CVT variant surely fits the bill . 

Through the Nissan Intelligent Mobility suite of the X-Trail, how you move and perceive your surroundings transform. Each drive becomes more confident, convenient, and safer. 

With its all-mode intelligent 4x4 system, rough terrain and slippery roads can easily be dealt with. This system instantly adjusts the spin on every wheel for the maintenance of stability and control.

Apart from output differences with its 4x2 counterpart, the 4x4 has more speakers, sports different interior elements, and is priced differently. The Nissan X-Trail 4x4 also has an impressive range of advanced safety features.

One of these is the Intelligent Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection, wherein its 360-degree bird’s eye view offers a complete perspective, perfect when maneuvering or parking the vehicle.

It also provides the driver audible and visual warnings when the system detects any movement on all sides of the vehicle. 

Another standout feature of the X-Trail 4x4 is the Forward Collision Warning with Intelligent Emergency Braking, wherein a radar sensor monitors vehicles. Emergency braking is applied to aid in vehicle deceleration should the driver not react quickly enough to visual and auditory alerts. 

The X-Trail 4x4 also includes the Rear Cross Traffic Alert, which is a system that aids you whenever you move out of a parking spot. It alerts you of any vehicles around that you might not be able to notice immediately. 

Furthermore, the Blind Spot Warning is another safety feature in the X-Trail 4x4. This is a function that enables you to detect vehicles that you cannot easily see around your car. 

As for its exterior, the X-Trail 4x4 is equipped with distinct features such as the 19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, an adaptive front lighting system, projector LED headlamp with clearance lamp, roof rail, chrome side protector moulding, an auto headlamp lever, and a headlamp auto-off system. 

It also has intermittent rear and front wipers with rain-sensing function that operate during timed intervals to keep the windshield clean even when there is rain or mist. 

A spectacular view of the sky can be had through a panoramic sunroof. 

The interior of the 4x4 has a wide range of features as well. The Nissan Motion Activated Tailgate allows you to enter the cabin hands-free. You only need to stand within three feet away from the Intelligent Key in your pocket and the back door opens in just a few seconds due to the presence of a foot sensor.

The display of the 4x4 also allows you to sense what is behind you. On the other hand, the overhead view aids in detecting smaller objects that appear to be hidden before the vehicle’s window. 

Interior features that set the X-Trail 4x4 apart from the 4x2 variant include the leather shift knob, power tilt and slide sunroof that closes and opens with one touch of a button, driver and passenger sunvisors, and an Intelligent Key.

Its leather driver and passenger seats can be easily adjusted to achieve optimum comfort while driving. 

Aside from the mentioned safety features, the X-Trail 4x4 also comes with Hill Descent Control and Cruise Control functions. 

The Nissan X-Trail 2.5L 4x4 CVT is available in Premium Corona Orange, Marine Blue, Pearl White, Diamond Black, and Gun Metallic colors. Its selling price is P1,820,000. 

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