2026 Kia Sportage price and specs
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070.
As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit.
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Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four.
Hybrids also get a slight power and torque bump thanks to a new electric motor – now 173kW/367Nm. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights.
Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic.
These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down.
Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant.
Four different engine variants are offered, with the turbocharged hybrid now offering both front- and all-wheel drive.
The Sportage HEV has seen a slight power and torque bump to 173kW/367Nm (up from 169kW/350Nm) courtesy of a more powerful electric motor which sits between the transmission and turbocharged petrol engine. Braked towing capacity for hybrid models has also been upped to 1900kg, which matches the diesel.
Another significant change is the transmission for 1.6T AWD versions, which switches out the old and disliked seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) for a smoother-shifting eight-speed auto. Fuel consumption, however, is up by almost 0.5L/100km on the combined cycle as a result.
Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures.
The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty.
Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty.
Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed.
For reference, 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals; while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals.
Pricing over a seven-year period varied between $3344 and $4502 depending on engine variant, which is quite expensive compared to the competition.
The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests.
Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same.
Some new or enhanced features have been confirmed from the base model up, however, including an emergency assist function for the adaptive cruise control if the driver becomes unresponsive, and front parking sensors.
Standard safety equipment includes:
SX+ adds:
GT-Line adds:
The previous range walk carries over – i.e. S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line – though there's more equipment across the lineup.
2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights:
Sportage SX adds:
Above: GT-Line 1.6T AWD
Sportage SX+ adds:
Sportage GT-Line adds:
Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued.
Standard: $NCO
Premium paint: $TBC
MORE: Everything Kia Sportage
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
UPDATED 14/06/2025:We've updated this article, first published 29 May, with newly confirmed specification details.
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070.
As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit.
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Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four.
Hybrids also get a slight power and torque bump thanks to a new electric motor – now 173kW/367Nm. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights.
Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic.
These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down.
Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant.
Four different engine variants are offered, with the turbocharged hybrid now offering both front- and all-wheel drive.
The Sportage HEV has seen a slight power and torque bump to 173kW/367Nm (up from 169kW/350Nm) courtesy of a more powerful electric motor which sits between the transmission and turbocharged petrol engine. Braked towing capacity for hybrid models has also been upped to 1900kg, which matches the diesel.
Another significant change is the transmission for 1.6T AWD versions, which switches out the old and disliked seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) for a smoother-shifting eight-speed auto. Fuel consumption, however, is up by almost 0.5L/100km on the combined cycle as a result.
Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures.
The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty.
Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty.
Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed.
For reference, 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals; while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals.
Pricing over a seven-year period varied between $3344 and $4502 depending on engine variant, which is quite expensive compared to the competition.
The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests.
Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same.
Some new or enhanced features have been confirmed from the base model up, however, including an emergency assist function for the adaptive cruise control if the driver becomes unresponsive, and front parking sensors.
Standard safety equipment includes:
SX+ adds:
GT-Line adds:
The previous range walk carries over – i.e. S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line – though there's more equipment across the lineup.
2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights:
Sportage SX adds:
Above: GT-Line 1.6T AWD
Sportage SX+ adds:
Sportage GT-Line adds:
Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued.
Standard: $NCO
Premium paint: $TBC
MORE: Everything Kia Sportage
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
UPDATED 14/06/2025:We've updated this article, first published 29 May, with newly confirmed specification details.
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070.
As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit.
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Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four.
Hybrids also get a slight power and torque bump thanks to a new electric motor – now 173kW/367Nm. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights.
Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic.
These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down.
Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant.
Four different engine variants are offered, with the turbocharged hybrid now offering both front- and all-wheel drive.
The Sportage HEV has seen a slight power and torque bump to 173kW/367Nm (up from 169kW/350Nm) courtesy of a more powerful electric motor which sits between the transmission and turbocharged petrol engine. Braked towing capacity for hybrid models has also been upped to 1900kg, which matches the diesel.
Another significant change is the transmission for 1.6T AWD versions, which switches out the old and disliked seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) for a smoother-shifting eight-speed auto. Fuel consumption, however, is up by almost 0.5L/100km on the combined cycle as a result.
Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures.
The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty.
Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty.
Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed.
For reference, 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals; while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals.
Pricing over a seven-year period varied between $3344 and $4502 depending on engine variant, which is quite expensive compared to the competition.
The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests.
Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same.
Some new or enhanced features have been confirmed from the base model up, however, including an emergency assist function for the adaptive cruise control if the driver becomes unresponsive, and front parking sensors.
Standard safety equipment includes:
SX+ adds:
GT-Line adds:
The previous range walk carries over – i.e. S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line – though there's more equipment across the lineup.
2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights:
Sportage SX adds:
Above: GT-Line 1.6T AWD
Sportage SX+ adds:
Sportage GT-Line adds:
Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued.
Standard: $NCO
Premium paint: $TBC
MORE: Everything Kia Sportage
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
UPDATED 14/06/2025:We've updated this article, first published 29 May, with newly confirmed specification details.
Pricing and specifications for the facelifted 2026 Kia Sportage have been announced for Australia as first vehicles arrive in showrooms, and the upgraded mid-size SUV lineup brings more more hybrid variants, more standard equipment, and the introduction of Kia Connect services, accompanied by price increases of up to $4070.
As before, the Sportage will be offered in S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line trim levels, with no less than five different drivetrain variants available. The six-speed manual is dead, and 1.6T AWD variants swap out their dual-clutch automatic transmission for an eight-speed torque converter unit.
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Further, hybrid (HEV) versions of the SX and GT-Line are now available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) form, taking the total number of hybrid options to four.
Hybrids also get a slight power and torque bump thanks to a new electric motor – now 173kW/367Nm. Revised design details, new alloy wheel options and increased tech levels round out the highlights.
Pricing for the MY26 Kia Sportage starts from $37,990 before on-road costs, which is $5000 higher than the old base manual and $3000 more than the outgoing entry-level S automatic.
These price rises are somewhat offset by enhanced specification levels, as detailed further down.
Prices are up across the board, by at least $500 and an average of around $3000 depending on the model variant.
Four different engine variants are offered, with the turbocharged hybrid now offering both front- and all-wheel drive.
The Sportage HEV has seen a slight power and torque bump to 173kW/367Nm (up from 169kW/350Nm) courtesy of a more powerful electric motor which sits between the transmission and turbocharged petrol engine. Braked towing capacity for hybrid models has also been upped to 1900kg, which matches the diesel.
Another significant change is the transmission for 1.6T AWD versions, which switches out the old and disliked seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) for a smoother-shifting eight-speed auto. Fuel consumption, however, is up by almost 0.5L/100km on the combined cycle as a result.
Kia Australia hasn't confirmed any changes to the Sportage's dimensions – see below for pre-facelift figures.
The updated Kia Sportage, like the Korean brand's other models, will be covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre new vehicle warranty.
Hybrid vehicles are also subject to a seven-year/150,000km high-voltage battery and component warranty.
Kia Australia offers seven years of capped-price servicing across its lineup, though finer details around intervals and pricing for the updated Sportage range are still to be confirmed.
For reference, 2.0L petrol and turbo-diesel models in the pre-facelifted range have 12-month/15,000km intervals; while the turbocharged 1.6L petrol and HEV versions have shorter 10,000km distance intervals.
Pricing over a seven-year period varied between $3344 and $4502 depending on engine variant, which is quite expensive compared to the competition.
The updated Kia Sportage is expected to retain its five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on 2022 Euro NCAP tests.
Highway Driving Assist (HDA) system from SX+ level and up – the fundamentals appear to be the largely same.
Some new or enhanced features have been confirmed from the base model up, however, including an emergency assist function for the adaptive cruise control if the driver becomes unresponsive, and front parking sensors.
Standard safety equipment includes:
SX+ adds:
GT-Line adds:
The previous range walk carries over – i.e. S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line – though there's more equipment across the lineup.
2025 Kia Sportage S equipment highlights:
Sportage SX adds:
Above: GT-Line 1.6T AWD
Sportage SX+ adds:
Sportage GT-Line adds:
Two new paint options join the Sportage's palette, while the outgoing model's Dawning Red has been discontinued.
Standard: $NCO
Premium paint: $TBC
MORE: Everything Kia Sportage
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The headline change inside the cabin is the more to the new-generation 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which features Google built-in. This means Google Maps and the Google Assistant are embedded in the infotainment system, with more apps available for download using the Google Play Store. The infotainment system also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and in-car wi-fi. Owners can remotely adjust climate control settings and lock and unlock the car using the Nissan Connect smartphone app. A new Rock Creek variant joins the lineup, following its reveal late in 2024 for the X-Trail's US-built Rogue twin. Like the Rogue Rock Creek, it features unique styling touches inside and out though Nissan Japan makes no mention of any added off-road ability. There's a unique front bumper and grille, as well as 19-inch alloy wheels finished in black with Lava Red accents. There are also black roof rails and mirror caps. The 'hero colour' of the X-Trail Rock creek is Canyon Beige with a Super Black roof, which will be exclusive to this new variant. Inside, there's waterproof upholstery with Lava Red accents found on the seats, door trims, dashboard, centre console, and steering wheel. The Rock Creek replaces the Extremer X in the Japanese market, which closely resembles the N-Trek offered here. As before, there's a version of the X-Trail customised by Nissan's Autech division. It gains a Sports Spec variant with a retuned all-wheel drive system and suspension. Autech X-Trails are exclusive to the Japanese market. There's one key difference between the Japanese-market X-Trail and ours, and that's under the bonnet. While Nissan offers the same e-Power series hybrid powertrain across both markets, the standard engine in the Japanese-market X-Trail is a 106kW/250Nm turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine instead of a 135kW/244Nm naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four like in Australia. No mechanical changes have been detailed for the X-Trail, though the sporty Nismo features a retuned all-wheel drive system, steering and suspension. In addition to the difference in base engine, the Japanese X-Trail lineup differs in other ways from ours. There's no petrol all-wheel drive option, for example, while the e-Power hybrid powertrain is offered with seven seats there. The X-Trail has long been a popular mid-size SUV in Australia, though it's currently being outpaced by its Mitsubishi Outlander platform-mate. To the end of July, Nissan Australia has delivered 9648 X-Trails against 13,268 Outlanders. Both, however, are significantly outsold by the Toyota RAV4 (28,449), which dominates this segment. MORE: Explore the Nissan X-Trail showroom Content originally sourced from: The Nissan X-Trail is getting upgraded infotainment for 2026, as well as a rugged-looking Rock Creek variant and a sporty Nismo range-topper. Nissan Australia had no update on when the refreshed X-Trail will come Down Under. It'll go on sale in Japan from September 18. It has, however, confirmed the new Nismo flagship won't come here. Externally, the updated mid-size SUV is distinguished by a new grille, a gloss black lower bumper with satin silver accents, new alloy wheel designs, and LED front and rear indicators. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Inside, the upper part of the dashboard is now black, while the available tan Nappa leather interior has been replaced with a "more subdued" brown. All USB-A outlets have been replaced with USB-C outlets, while the surround-view camera features a 3D view and an invisible bonnet view to show what's going on underneath the vehicle. The headline change inside the cabin is the more to the new-generation 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which features Google built-in. This means Google Maps and the Google Assistant are embedded in the infotainment system, with more apps available for download using the Google Play Store. The infotainment system also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and in-car wi-fi. Owners can remotely adjust climate control settings and lock and unlock the car using the Nissan Connect smartphone app. A new Rock Creek variant joins the lineup, following its reveal late in 2024 for the X-Trail's US-built Rogue twin. Like the Rogue Rock Creek, it features unique styling touches inside and out though Nissan Japan makes no mention of any added off-road ability. There's a unique front bumper and grille, as well as 19-inch alloy wheels finished in black with Lava Red accents. There are also black roof rails and mirror caps. The 'hero colour' of the X-Trail Rock creek is Canyon Beige with a Super Black roof, which will be exclusive to this new variant. Inside, there's waterproof upholstery with Lava Red accents found on the seats, door trims, dashboard, centre console, and steering wheel. The Rock Creek replaces the Extremer X in the Japanese market, which closely resembles the N-Trek offered here. As before, there's a version of the X-Trail customised by Nissan's Autech division. It gains a Sports Spec variant with a retuned all-wheel drive system and suspension. Autech X-Trails are exclusive to the Japanese market. There's one key difference between the Japanese-market X-Trail and ours, and that's under the bonnet. While Nissan offers the same e-Power series hybrid powertrain across both markets, the standard engine in the Japanese-market X-Trail is a 106kW/250Nm turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine instead of a 135kW/244Nm naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four like in Australia. No mechanical changes have been detailed for the X-Trail, though the sporty Nismo features a retuned all-wheel drive system, steering and suspension. In addition to the difference in base engine, the Japanese X-Trail lineup differs in other ways from ours. There's no petrol all-wheel drive option, for example, while the e-Power hybrid powertrain is offered with seven seats there. The X-Trail has long been a popular mid-size SUV in Australia, though it's currently being outpaced by its Mitsubishi Outlander platform-mate. To the end of July, Nissan Australia has delivered 9648 X-Trails against 13,268 Outlanders. Both, however, are significantly outsold by the Toyota RAV4 (28,449), which dominates this segment. MORE: Explore the Nissan X-Trail showroom Content originally sourced from: The Nissan X-Trail is getting upgraded infotainment for 2026, as well as a rugged-looking Rock Creek variant and a sporty Nismo range-topper. Nissan Australia had no update on when the refreshed X-Trail will come Down Under. It'll go on sale in Japan from September 18. It has, however, confirmed the new Nismo flagship won't come here. Externally, the updated mid-size SUV is distinguished by a new grille, a gloss black lower bumper with satin silver accents, new alloy wheel designs, and LED front and rear indicators. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Inside, the upper part of the dashboard is now black, while the available tan Nappa leather interior has been replaced with a "more subdued" brown. All USB-A outlets have been replaced with USB-C outlets, while the surround-view camera features a 3D view and an invisible bonnet view to show what's going on underneath the vehicle. The headline change inside the cabin is the more to the new-generation 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which features Google built-in. This means Google Maps and the Google Assistant are embedded in the infotainment system, with more apps available for download using the Google Play Store. The infotainment system also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and in-car wi-fi. Owners can remotely adjust climate control settings and lock and unlock the car using the Nissan Connect smartphone app. A new Rock Creek variant joins the lineup, following its reveal late in 2024 for the X-Trail's US-built Rogue twin. Like the Rogue Rock Creek, it features unique styling touches inside and out though Nissan Japan makes no mention of any added off-road ability. There's a unique front bumper and grille, as well as 19-inch alloy wheels finished in black with Lava Red accents. There are also black roof rails and mirror caps. The 'hero colour' of the X-Trail Rock creek is Canyon Beige with a Super Black roof, which will be exclusive to this new variant. Inside, there's waterproof upholstery with Lava Red accents found on the seats, door trims, dashboard, centre console, and steering wheel. The Rock Creek replaces the Extremer X in the Japanese market, which closely resembles the N-Trek offered here. As before, there's a version of the X-Trail customised by Nissan's Autech division. It gains a Sports Spec variant with a retuned all-wheel drive system and suspension. Autech X-Trails are exclusive to the Japanese market. There's one key difference between the Japanese-market X-Trail and ours, and that's under the bonnet. While Nissan offers the same e-Power series hybrid powertrain across both markets, the standard engine in the Japanese-market X-Trail is a 106kW/250Nm turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine instead of a 135kW/244Nm naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four like in Australia. No mechanical changes have been detailed for the X-Trail, though the sporty Nismo features a retuned all-wheel drive system, steering and suspension. In addition to the difference in base engine, the Japanese X-Trail lineup differs in other ways from ours. There's no petrol all-wheel drive option, for example, while the e-Power hybrid powertrain is offered with seven seats there. The X-Trail has long been a popular mid-size SUV in Australia, though it's currently being outpaced by its Mitsubishi Outlander platform-mate. To the end of July, Nissan Australia has delivered 9648 X-Trails against 13,268 Outlanders. Both, however, are significantly outsold by the Toyota RAV4 (28,449), which dominates this segment. MORE: Explore the Nissan X-Trail showroom Content originally sourced from: The Nissan X-Trail is getting upgraded infotainment for 2026, as well as a rugged-looking Rock Creek variant and a sporty Nismo range-topper. Nissan Australia had no update on when the refreshed X-Trail will come Down Under. It'll go on sale in Japan from September 18. It has, however, confirmed the new Nismo flagship won't come here. Externally, the updated mid-size SUV is distinguished by a new grille, a gloss black lower bumper with satin silver accents, new alloy wheel designs, and LED front and rear indicators. CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Inside, the upper part of the dashboard is now black, while the available tan Nappa leather interior has been replaced with a "more subdued" brown. All USB-A outlets have been replaced with USB-C outlets, while the surround-view camera features a 3D view and an invisible bonnet view to show what's going on underneath the vehicle. The headline change inside the cabin is the more to the new-generation 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which features Google built-in. This means Google Maps and the Google Assistant are embedded in the infotainment system, with more apps available for download using the Google Play Store. The infotainment system also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and in-car wi-fi. Owners can remotely adjust climate control settings and lock and unlock the car using the Nissan Connect smartphone app. A new Rock Creek variant joins the lineup, following its reveal late in 2024 for the X-Trail's US-built Rogue twin. Like the Rogue Rock Creek, it features unique styling touches inside and out though Nissan Japan makes no mention of any added off-road ability. There's a unique front bumper and grille, as well as 19-inch alloy wheels finished in black with Lava Red accents. There are also black roof rails and mirror caps. The 'hero colour' of the X-Trail Rock creek is Canyon Beige with a Super Black roof, which will be exclusive to this new variant. Inside, there's waterproof upholstery with Lava Red accents found on the seats, door trims, dashboard, centre console, and steering wheel. The Rock Creek replaces the Extremer X in the Japanese market, which closely resembles the N-Trek offered here. As before, there's a version of the X-Trail customised by Nissan's Autech division. It gains a Sports Spec variant with a retuned all-wheel drive system and suspension. Autech X-Trails are exclusive to the Japanese market. There's one key difference between the Japanese-market X-Trail and ours, and that's under the bonnet. While Nissan offers the same e-Power series hybrid powertrain across both markets, the standard engine in the Japanese-market X-Trail is a 106kW/250Nm turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine instead of a 135kW/244Nm naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four like in Australia. No mechanical changes have been detailed for the X-Trail, though the sporty Nismo features a retuned all-wheel drive system, steering and suspension. In addition to the difference in base engine, the Japanese X-Trail lineup differs in other ways from ours. There's no petrol all-wheel drive option, for example, while the e-Power hybrid powertrain is offered with seven seats there. The X-Trail has long been a popular mid-size SUV in Australia, though it's currently being outpaced by its Mitsubishi Outlander platform-mate. To the end of July, Nissan Australia has delivered 9648 X-Trails against 13,268 Outlanders. Both, however, are significantly outsold by the Toyota RAV4 (28,449), which dominates this segment. MORE: Explore the Nissan X-Trail showroom Content originally sourced from:
