Lexus NX 2017 vs Nissan X-Trail 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus NX) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Nissan X-Trail) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 155 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 210 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds | |
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Lexus NX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus NX engine produces 25 HP more power than Nissan X-Trail, but torque is 110 NM less than Nissan X-Trail. Thanks to more power Lexus NX reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 5.1 | |
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The Nissan X-Trail is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus NX consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Nissan X-Trail, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus NX could require 45 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1030 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 710 km on highway | 1270 km on highway | ||
| Nissan X-Trail gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 175 mm (6.9 inches) | 210 mm (8.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Nissan X-Trail can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Nissan X-Trail version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from seven 4x4 versions of Nissan X-Trail 2014 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus NX engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Nissan X-Trail might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Nissan X-Trail 2014 1.6 engine: This 1.6-liter diesel engine is a joint development by Renault-Nissan engineers. It features a cast-iron block, a 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, a chain-driven timing system, and a Bosch Common ... More about Nissan X-Trail 2014 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.65 m | 1.71 m | |
| Lexus NX is 1 cm shorter than the Nissan X-Trail, 5 cm wider, while the height of Lexus NX is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 475 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1877 litres | |
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Nissan X-Trail has more luggage space. Lexus NX has 75 litres less trunk space than the Nissan X-Trail. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus NX is 0.2 metres more than that of the Nissan X-Trail. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`395 kg | 2`310 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`896 kg | 1`590 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 499 kg | 720 kg | |
| Lexus NX load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 44 procentiem less than Nissan X-Trail. Therefore, Nissan X-Trail is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 24 200 | 8800 | |
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