The Toyota RAV4 crossover has recently received an updated appearance and a modified chassis. Will these changes help it win in a comparison test with the new generation Nissan X-Trail? The fight promises to be interesting.
The appearance of the Toyota RAV4 has changed quite significantly, especially when you look at the car from the front. Actually, the front end of the crossover is completely new: the bumper, headlights, fog lights and the radiator grille have nothing to do with the pre-styling model. On the sidewalls of the body, you can see modified door sills and new fringing of the wheel arches. "Korma" has found redesigned lights, bumper and rear door trim.
Technical changes are dictated by the wishes of customers. So, many complained about the stiff suspension. In this regard, the restyled model received softer springs and shock absorbers. And so that handling does not suffer, the designers increased the rigidity of the body. In addition, sound insulation has been significantly improved with the help of absorbent floor coverings, the area of \u200b\u200bwhich has increased by 55% compared to the pre-styling model.
On the Russian market, modifications are offered with two gasoline engines of 2.0 and 2.5 liters, developing 146 and 180 hp, respectively. There is also a version with a 2.2-liter turbodiesel with 150 hp. The price range for basic configurations is from 1,174,000 to 2,008,000 rubles.
Nissan X-Trail has changed dramatically compared to the previous generation model. If the predecessor looked like a natural SUV, then the novelty looks like a "SUV", which, in fact, it is. In general, the design of the car is cute and sporty, only many people confuse it with the junior Nissan Qashqai - they are very similar. On the technical side, the crossover received a more rigid chassis for better handling.
In our country, the Nissan X-Trail is sold with three power units. These are two gasoline engines (2.0 and 2.5 liters) with a capacity of 144 and 171 hp, as well as a 1.6-liter turbodiesel developing 130 hp. Prices for basic versions start at 1,299,000 rubles and end at 1,826,000 rubles.
As is often the case, there were no identical modifications in the press parks for a comparative test. Our Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a 2.5-liter 171-horsepower engine, while the RAV4 is equipped with a 2-liter unit with 146 hp. But both with variators. And according to the declared dynamic characteristics, they differ not significantly.
Square and circle
Toyota's interior is strict. The design is “chopped”, consisting of straight lines and angles, except for appliances from roundness. By the way, the restyled model has a completely new dashboard, it looks more expensive than before, and is better readable. A 4.2-inch multifunctional display with great graphics appeared between the instrument dials. The finish of the door panels, steering wheel and inserts on the front panel has changed. In general, the materials have become more expensive, although the top of the front panel is still made of hard plastic. But the window sills on the doors are soft to the touch.
Salon Nissan - the exact opposite of Toyota. Smooth lines, rounded surfaces. And there is more soft plastic: the doors, as well as the top and the central part of the front panel, are trimmed with pliable material. In a word, our rivals are identical in terms of the quality of finishing materials and fitting of interior panels.
For the convenience of the seats and the geometry of the landing behind the wheel, we also put an equal sign. The ranges of seat and steering wheel adjustments make it easy for people of different sizes to get comfortable in both cars. The seats distribute loads well and have mild lateral support. However, these are not sports cars, so they do not need powerful lateral support. As for the right front seats, our competitors do not have height adjustment, which is typical for Japanese models.
Also typical for the "Japanese" and some ergonomic misses. For example, both crossovers sin with an inconvenient location of the seat heating keys. At Toyota, they are located under the “influx” of the center console, forcing you to look under it, while at Nissan, the buttons are located near the center armrest, which makes you distract from the road. For both, the steering wheels are adjusted in height on a short arm, which is why in the upper position they are arranged in a bus-like sloping way. Not all keys are illuminated at night, and if you do not remember the location, it is not easy to find them in the dark. And when we had to drive on loose snow, we at Toyota spent a lot of time looking for a button to disable the stabilization system. However, permanent owners remember the location of the necessary keys, of course, sooner or later.
But both Toyota and Nissan are well equipped. So, both have rear-view cameras and heated windshields. Moreover, in RAV4, the steering wheel is also heated - however, only in places of the correct grip. And also, when you get into Toyota, the trousers remain clean even in the dirtiest weather, because the doors of the crossover completely cover the sills. But it is almost impossible to get inside the X Trail without getting dirty.
On the second row, both rivals offer unexpectedly plenty of space across the board. So, if a person with a height of 180 cm adjusts the front seat in Toyota for himself and sits back, then at least 15 cm will remain in front of his knees, and in Nissan even a couple of centimeters more. But there is more headroom already in the RAV4, since its sofa is located much lower than in the X-Trail, which offers rear riders a downright commanding position. But we liked the Toyota seat more, as its cushions are softer and longer. Both, by the way, the backs can be adjusted in terms of the angle of inclination. The Nissan sofa, unlike its rival, moves back and forth, although this function no longer affects passenger comfort, but luggage space.
However, the luggage compartment of the X-Trail will somehow be able to compete in volume with the Toyota one only if you move the rear seats all the way forward. In the usual configuration, the Nissan trunk is noticeably smaller, and it has more loading height. Under the floor of the Nissan model is a full-fledged spare tire, and Toyota offers a "roll-out". Actually, a full-fledged spare wheel ate part of the volume from the X Trail. The trunk in Nissan can be divided into parts by removing part of the floor and installing an impromptu shelf on the side ledges. But these protrusions reduce the already small volume. When the second row seats are folded out, both get a flat area.
They are so different
The Nissan engine runs smoothly and imperceptibly, and the continuously variable variator provides the car with a “trolleybus” acceleration. Moreover, acceleration is quite frisky even on slippery surfaces. But it should be noted that with a sharp press on the accelerator pedal, the front wheels have time to slip before the moment is transferred to the rear axle, although the delay is small. The engine responds to fuel supply smoothly and very lively, and even at high speeds its sound is not loud.
Toyota does not skid under heavy acceleration. And not so much because of the lower power of the power unit, but due to the best settings of the all-wheel drive system. The accelerator pedal is more damped here, especially at low speeds. However, the nature of the car can be changed by turning on the "sports" mode - then the reaction to the "gas" will become even sharper than that of Nissan. The car changes so much that it seems that it will not lag behind the rival, despite the loss in power by more than 20 hp. The CVT works no worse than in the X-Trail, and the engine at high speeds in the RAV4 has a more groovy tone (Nissan, by the way, does not have a “sports” mode).
Brakes in normal modes do not cause any complaints from any of the rivals. But when decelerating in loose snow, we liked the Toyota ABS settings more - the RAV4 stops faster in these conditions, and the deceleration is dosed better.
Toyota's steering is sharper than that of its rival (about 2.7 turns from lock to lock against exactly three), and when driving, its steering wheel responds to control actions a little faster. Despite this, the RAV4 is perceived as a more relaxed car. In principle, both competitors respond to control actions in a timely and adequate manner, without delays inherent in machines with a high center of gravity. But when driving fast on a winding track, these crossovers are as different as heaven and earth.
So, X-Trail literally turns the driver on, provoking him to attack corners at the limit of tire grip. The car behaves like a sports car, without delay rushing into turns. And on the arc is excellent, in the limit showing a slight understeer.
In a Toyota, the driver feels like he's taken a good dose of a sedative. At the same time, the RAV4 in corners moves more stable and more reliably than its opponent, but does not cause a desire to be smart. Actually, both of our competitors are distinguished by a good balance of the chassis and in the limiting modes they are controlled very similarly, only the sensations are different. It is difficult to choose the best of them in terms of handling, since it all depends on personal preferences. On the motorway, both "Japanese" confidently keep a straight line, despite the bumps and ruts.
The Toyota suspension, modified during restyling, really became softer than that of the pre-reform version, but the car still passes bumps tightly and collected, and on a wavy road it repeats its profile in some detail. In a word, the RAV4 did not turn into a “sofa”. Although the X-Trail is not like a feather bed: its chassis is set rigidly, and bumps on bumps feel about as tight and elastic as the competitor. And in terms of noise isolation, crossovers are equal. The main source of noise for both is winter tires. Moreover, it is muffled quite well for both Nissan and Toyota, and if the RAV4 is compared with the pre-styling modification, then the difference is very noticeable just in terms of isolation from road noise.
In the mud or snow on both crossovers you need to move out carefully. The geometric cross-country ability of both Toyota with a clearance of 197 mm and Nissan with 210 mm ground clearance is quite decent, and the entry-exit angles are not bad, but it should be borne in mind that there are CVTs here. We didn’t torment the cars much, so it didn’t come to overheating, but both had problems with dosing traction at low speed. And this is fraught with rapid digging when driving on loose and loose surfaces - traditional "automatic machines" behave much better in such conditions. However, the RAV4 with a more powerful 2.5-liter engine is equipped with just an “automatic”, however, it has a ground clearance of only 165 mm. But the diesel version of Toyota has an “automatic” and a 197 mm ground clearance. So there is a choice. X-Trail does not have automatic versions. On a hard primer, both behave well, since the energy intensity of their suspensions is excellent.
So, our rivals are very close. So, the choice between the calm nature of Toyota and the active drive of Nissan is a matter of personal preference. But if you approach the matter from a practical side, then RAV4 offers buyers more options.
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Both cars of 2017-2018 are presented by Japanese auto companies.
They have improved many parameters, appearance, interior trim and those. characteristics.
The exterior of Toyota Rav 4 has changed a lot, this can be seen from the front. In general, the front part of the novelty has been updated: a new bumper, optics, fog lights and a radiator grill have been updated very much compared to the previous generation. Other sill plates are visible on the side, as well as a new frame for the wheel arches. At the rear, you can see the converted headlights, bumper, and fifth door trim.
As for the Nissan X-Trail, this car has changed a lot. The previous generation looked like an ordinary SUV, but now the model looks like an SUV. In general, the exterior of the car is sporty and elegant. The car is very similar to the Nissan Qashqai. On the technical side, the car has a more improved rigid chassis in order to better control the car.
Interior of Toyota Rav 4 and Nissan X-Trail
The interior of Toyota Rav 4 looks strict. We can say that the interior is “chopped”, straight outlines and corners are noticeable, only devices can be considered round. The updated car has a completely new instrument panel, it is made of expensive materials, and has also become more informative. Between the dials of the devices is 4.2 inches. multifunctional screen with stunning graphics. They also changed the finishing materials of the door panels, the steering wheel, the inserts on the front panel have changed. In general, finishing materials are now expensive, but the top of the panel is also made of hard plastic.
The interior of the Nissan X-Trail is completely different. Smooth outlines, round surfaces. There are also more soft plastic parts - the doors and the top of the middle of the front panel are covered with a pliable product.
Everyone inside is located with complete comfort, both in one and the other car - here the cars are identical with the convenience. Armchairs perfectly distribute the load and with good lateral support. The inconvenient placement of the seat heating buttons can be considered a drawback in both cars.
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Start of sales in Russia
Sales of Toyota Rav 4 of the latest version began at the end of last year. Sales of the new Nissan X-Trail will begin in mid-2017.
Complete set
- Standard - 2-liter motor. 146 "horses", gasoline, gearbox - MT, front axle drive, acceleration - 10.3 s, speed - 180 km / h, consumption: 9.8 / 6.5 / 7.7
- Comfort - 2-liter motor. 146 "horses", gasoline, gearbox - MT, front axle drive, acceleration - 10.3 s, speed - 180 km / h, consumption: 9.8 / 6.5 / 7.7
- Motor 2 l. 146 "horses", gasoline, gearbox - variator, drive to the front axle and to both axles, acceleration - 11.1 / 11.3 s, speed - 180 km / h, consumption: 9.4 / 6.3 / 7.4; 9.5/6.4/7.5
- Prestige Black, Prestige, Exscluzive, Prestige Exscluzive - 2 hp engine. 146 "horses", gasoline, gearbox - variator, drive on both axles, acceleration - 11.3 s, speed - 180 km / h, consumption: 9.5 / 6.5 / 7.5
- Motor 2.5 l. 180 "horses", gasoline, gearbox - AT, drive on both axles, acceleration - 9.5 s, speed - 180 km / h, consumption: 11.6 / 7.0 / 8.6
- XE - 2-liter motor. 144 "mares", gasoline, gearbox - MT, CVT, front axle drive, acceleration - 11.1 / 11.7 s, speed - 183 km / h, consumption: 11.2 / 6.7 / 8.4; 9/6.2/7.2
- Motor 2 l. 144 "mares", gasoline, gearbox - variator, drive on both axles, acceleration - 12.1 s, speed - 180 km / h, consumption: 9.5 / 6.5 / 7.6
- SE, SE + - 2-liter motor. 144 "mares", gasoline, gearbox - CVT, drive to the front axle and both axles, acceleration - 11.7 / 12.1 s, speed - 183/180 km / h, consumption: 9 / 6.2 / 7.2; 9.5/6.5/7.6
- LE Urban, LE, LE Urban +, LE + - 2-liter engine. 144 "mares", gasoline, gearbox - CVT, drive to the front axle and both axles, acceleration - 11.7 / 12.1 s, speed - 183/180 km / h, consumption: 9 / 6.2 / 7.2; 9.5/6.5/7.6
- Motor 1.6 l. 130 "mares", DT, box - MT, drive on both axles, acceleration - 11 s, speed - 187 km / h, consumption: 6.2 / 4.8 / 5.4
- Motor 2.5 l. 171 “horses”, gasoline, gearbox - variator, drive on both axles, acceleration - 10.5 s, speed - 191 km / h, consumption: 11.3 / 6.7 / 8.4
Dimensions
- L*W*H Toyota Rav 4 – 4605*1845*1670 mm
- L*W*H Nissan X-Trail – 4640*1820*1710 mm
- Ground clearance Toyota Rav 4 - 198 mm, Nissan X-Trail - 210 mm
Price of all packages
Price Toyota Rav 4 from 1460000 rubles. up to 2169000 r. Price Nissan X-Trail from 1409000 rubles. up to 2000000 r.
Toyota Rav 4 and Nissan X-Trail engine
Toyota Rav 4 engines consist of: 2 gasoline power units - 2 liters, 146 "horses", the torque is - 190 Newton per meter, 2.5 liter 180 "horses" - the torque of which is 235 Newton per meter.
And a 2.2-liter diesel plant with 150 “horses”, the torque of which is 340 Newton per meter. Acceleration with a gasoline unit: 10.3-11.3 s. Consumption of which is about 7.5 liters. And the speed is 180 km / h.
The Nissan X-Trail engine range consists of 3 power units: 2 hp. 144 "horses", a 1.6 liter diesel engine. 130 "horses" and 2.5 liters. 171 "horses". Gearbox - "mechanics" and CVT-variator. Runs on both petrol and diesel. Acceleration time is from 11 to 12.1 seconds. On average, a gasoline unit “eats” about 7.4 liters of fuel. The maximum speed is 191 km / h.
Trunk Toyota Rav 4 and Nissan X-Trail
The trunk of Toyota Rav 4 is designed for 1705 liters. The trunk of the Nissan X-Trail is designed for 1585 liters.
Outcome
Both cars are excellently equipped and have amazing technical characteristics.
The compact Japanese crossovers Toyota RAV 4 and Nissan X-Trail are bright competitors in the global car market, not inferior to each other in terms of external design, technical equipment, or operational characteristics. generation T32 - the differences have become even less pronounced. Considering that the cost of both SUVs is approximately in the same price range, the interest of motorists in a comparative analysis of their features is natural.
The production of Toyota RAV 4 crossovers began long before the development of the Nissan X-Trail - back in 1994. The first generation X-Trail T30 was presented to the public only in 2001.
Since their introduction to the world market, both cars have undergone significant changes. To date, Toyota is preparing for mass production the fifth generation of the RAV 4 (sales start in 2019). Its closest competitor, Nissan, in turn, introduced an improved X-Trail T32 model in 2017, which, after restyling, became even more respectable.
After 2016, motorists have the opportunity to evaluate the potential of the updated versions of the Toyota Rav 4 and Nissan X-Trail. Analysis of the characteristics of these cars allows you to get the most objective assessment in the nissan x trail vs toyota rav4 comparison.
Exterior
The appearance of improved versions of the Rav 4 and X-Trail after 2016 demonstrated the results of the serious work of the designers of both concerns. Specific angularity and "brutality", characteristic of the second generation X-Trail, has lost its severity. Instead, the body of the updated car acquired a typical urban look and smooth outlines. Compared to the previous body type, which has more “masculine” features, the new Nissan has become universal, equally suitable for both men and women.
Rav 4 has also undergone significant changes, the exterior of which has been strongly criticized in the past for its obvious “femininity”. The developers of the new design gave the car a slight aggressiveness due to the arrow-shaped LED (like the competitor) headlights, additional curves of the hood and grille. According to motorists, in terms of appearance, the Nissan X-Trail remained the favorite, leaving its rival, albeit by a slight margin, behind.
Interior and functionality
In the aspect of the organization of the internal space of models before 2012, Nissan also had more advantages. However, in the updated versions of the car, there are fewer differences in the interior. Both X-Trail and RAV 4 have acquired ergonomic instrument panels with a convenient location of the main functional devices. But at the same time, it is not possible to say which is better in terms of the location of optional buttons and keys - nissan x trail or toyota rav4. In both cases, there is limited access to certain options. So, in Nissan, the seat heating keys are located on the central armrest, in Rav 4 they are also located at the bottom of the instrument panel. In both cases, the driver will have to take their eyes off the controls to enable this option.
In terms of interior trim, Nissan again (albeit slightly) outperforms its rival. In its interior, materials are organically combined with each other in texture and layout. In Rav 4, the dissonance between soft finishing leather and hard plastic elements is very striking.
The electronics of both cars are approximately equivalent in their functionality and capabilities. At the disposal of Toyota and Nissan drivers there are parking sensors, cameras, and the option of heated seats. A significant advantage of the X-Trail is the convenient location of the all-wheel drive system switch, located under the driver's hand on the center armrest.
At the same time, the RAV 4 features a more easy-to-view instrument panel with large, easy-to-read numbers. However, to switch all-wheel drive in Toyota, the driver will have to spend time - this function is so complicated and ill-conceived.
The lack of dual-zone climate control in the RAV 4 is compensated by the presence of the option of heated rear seats. In this regard, competitors are not inferior to each other, although the solutions used constructively in them have fundamental differences.
Both cars have good sound insulation. Here, the developers of the updated Toyota took into account the criticism of motorists who noted increased noise in the cabin of the 2012 models.
Engine and power potential
Updated versions of the Nissan X-Trail and Toyota RAV 4 are equipped with three types of engines. In both cases, these are gasoline and diesel power units.
Modern Rav 4 are equipped with such installations as:
- gasoline 2.0 (146 hp);
- gasoline 2.5 (180 hp);
- diesel 2.2 (150 hp).
X-Trail is offered to customers based on such motors as:
- gasoline 2.0 (144 hp);
- gasoline 2.5 (171 hp);
- diesel 1.6 (130 hp).
When comparing the power characteristics of competitors, the advantage of Toyota becomes obvious. However, faster acceleration and increased power of the Rav 4 power unit are both advantages of the car and its disadvantages. Whether these characteristics compensate for the high consumption of gasoline is up to the owner of Toyota to decide.
At the same time, the RAV 4 configurations provide for an automatic transmission, which Nissan does not have. You can buy an updated version of the X-Trail only on the basis of a manual transmission and a CVT. Toyota also offers a CVT.
In terms of handling, both cars received high ratings from experts. However, the behavior of competitors on the road, according to motorists, is significantly different. If Rav 4 characterizes a calm and measured move, then its opponent is characterized by dynamics and agility.
In terms of cross-country ability, which is of interest to all potential buyers who compare which is better - Nissan x trail or Toyota Rav 4, at first glance, the advantage is on the side of Nissan. Its ground clearance is 210 mm (against 197 mm RAV4). However, given the configuration of both cars, it is worth remembering that the automatic transmission, which only Toyota has, demonstrates the best off-road patency. The owners of the new X-Trail in such conditions will have to rely on their own skills and experience, managing the "mechanics" or the variator.
Price
One of the significant purchase criteria, which is taken into account by all car buyers without exception, is the cost of the vehicle. In this regard, the updated Toyota Rav 4 models are superior to their competitor. The higher price (even for base trims) here is due to the fact that Toyota offers customers cars with a wide range of features and capabilities. Modern versions of Rav 4 are characterized by increased power of cars, their improved and updated options. In addition, the Toyota brand, according to motorists, is considered to be more promoted in the world market. At the same time, the Nissan concern uncritically lags behind the rival, as evidenced by the excellent performance of the improved X-Trail.
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The question of choosing between these two cars is a matter of taste, own claims and financial capabilities.
My father had one like this. 2007, was bought at the beginning of 2008 in a new cabin. Assembly Japan. Petrol 2.0 on the variator.
Up to 60000 km. no problem. At 60, the front brake discs were changed for the first time, they departed on 2 sets of pads (i.e., the pads changed every 30 thousand). Also at 60 t.km. front support bearings were replaced — began to knock after frequent trips on the gravel road.
At 75! t.km. the first time we changed the rear brake discs, just after two sets of pads. So we had no complaints about the brakes. But parents drive a lot on the highway in Belarus. At some point, they demanded the replacement of the stabilizer strut (well, this is a cheap deal). By the end of the warranty (100t.km.) The rear wheel bearings were replaced.
Strengths:
- Trunk,
- reliability,
- economical…
Weak sides:
- The design, both external and interior, is controversial,
- weak noise,
- dynamics only to move from A to B
Review Nissan X-Trail 2.0 4WD (Nissan X-Trail) 2012
Review Nissan X-Trail 2.0 4WD (Nissan X-Trail) 2008 Part 3
I don’t know about anyone else, but it happens to me that there comes a moment when the “demon in the rib” takes over and I understand that it’s time to change the car. Moreover, if earlier it was somehow justified - domestic cars began to fall apart, in the case of the X-Trail everything is more than in order, the car is completely serviceable, it does not annoy with any glitches, the design has not become boring, from OD with their "bloated" prices I have already got rid of it for two years, I would live and be happy, but no, I spent the whole of September visiting various car dealerships, looking for and trying on my next car. At the same time, my wife decided to change her Avensis to something more passable, because. in our yards in winter, she got stuck several times. So I looked at a lot of crossovers from both “female” and “male”, and once again I was convinced how good a choice I made in 2008.
Almost 90 thousand kilometers have been covered, the car is more than 5 years old, from unscheduled work - only the replacement of light bulbs (imagine this simple procedure has to be done in the service) and both bumpers - the front bumper was damaged by one inattentive citizen, to whom I had the imprudence to give way so that he I drove backwards from the parking lot, and the rear one was myself, kissing in some kind of trench so that it cracked from the bottom on both sides. Yes, I contacted the service twice more with the same problem - the back door stopped opening from the outside. The second time, the servicemen said that this is a common occurrence with these machines - in the cold something freezes inside, if you pull the handle hard, the cable flies off the guide and the door stops opening. That's basically all the problems.
By 50 thousand, I changed both rear shock absorbers, the Goodyear Ultra Grip tires turned out to be about the same resource, candles, pads - according to the regulations. The average consumption was set at 11.2-11.3 liters, but it should be noted that on weekdays I get to work and back for at least an hour, and sometimes more than 2, overcoming 17 km, so you can’t call the engine gluttonous. The most surprising thing is that the consumption practically does not depend on the load, what to go alone, what five of us with a full trunk of things - the numbers are about the same. At the same time, under load, the car becomes more collected, or something, it sticks directly to the road, he likes it :).
Strengths:
Weak sides:
- I have come to terms with the lack of MP3s, poor soundproofing, and a stupid curtain in the trunk. The only thing I can’t come to terms with is why you can’t change the light bulbs yourself (this applies not only to Nissan)
Review of Nissan X-Trail 2.0 4WD (Nissan X-Trail) 2008
Initially, I chose a car to replace a Chevrolet Niva, which did not please with its reliability or comfort, the most annoying were constant minor and not very breakdowns, like in a Zhiguli, you constantly have to do something, the box howls, etc., in general, the owners of these cars are aware of ... .
I bought a car for my father, I could no longer watch how he suffers in the field, given that the biggest off-road on which he drives is the road to the dacha, but for mushrooms to the forest, otherwise the urban cycle and the highway, with grandchildren somewhere then go, something big to transport. In principle, my father agreed to a passenger car after he had traveled on my Lacetti, but knowing that his dream was still a zhdip (that's why he took a cornfield), he began to search for a 4 WD. There were many options: Rav4, Pajero, Duster, X-trail, Cr-v. Toyota is too small, not the highest ground clearance, and the trunk is not very roomy, Mitsubishi is good, the frame structure, the transfer case of the lock, the powerful engine, and the view is representative, scared away the expense, and all these locks with the transfer case are still superfluous, besides for 17 thousand (and this was my budget at that time) you can’t take a fresh one. Honda also disappeared, not the most successful car for an economic person, rather for a young guy and driving driving, and the price bites. Duster is a good option, and if you add a little, you can take it from the salon, but the Renault nameplate and poor (as for me design) did not allow me to buy it.
Within the margin of error, how much? Liter? Horsepower? Kilometer? Nissan X-Trail, Toyota RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander are similar in body size, power output and price tags. The duelists are also close in operational characteristics. Looking ahead, let's say that in the overall ratings, the trio of crossovers showed similar results - there is no clear leader here. But cars are different! Each with its own character and temperament. Each has its own customer. Who knows, maybe within this error lies the individuality of each?
After restyling, the design of the RAV4 has become more expressive, and the coloring has become brighter. According to statistics, the crossover is popular with young people aged 25-35 years.
First of all, design. If we divide cars into “boys” and “girls”, then the RAV4 is definitely female. The flirtatious appearance of Toyota against the background of the deliberate aggression of Mitsubishi and the brutality of Nissan, as it were, hints at a warm relationship. And the color? Did the Toyota colorists get colored markers? Bright! In addition, the Ravik is more compact: 35 mm shorter than the X-Trail and 90 mm shorter than the Outlander. Wheelbase: minus 45 and 10 mm respectively.
Toyota's "two-story" panel consists of many parts. A little old fashioned. In addition, dust accumulates in numerous mates
Instruments and controls are simple and clear. Access to functionality, thanks to the sloping front panel, is excellent. But the bottom buttons were in the "blind" zone. In addition, only narrow flash drives enter the USB port. But in the cup holder you can put a mug with a handle
However, a compact body - capacity is not a hindrance. In the longitudinal direction, there is even a little more space in Toyota than in other crossovers. The driver is comfortable. Beneath it is a chair with a well-adjusted profile and moderate lateral support, in front of a two-tiered front panel with exposed tools. The “upper floor” is at a glance, but for other benefits you will have to go down “to the basement”. Keys for secondary functions - like heated seats or an electric tailgate - are hidden at the very bottom of the panel. But the button for disabling the stabilization system is in a prominent place: in the right corner of the narrow embrasure of the central display. Go guess!
The RAV4 has great front seats! Both profile and installation height are optimal. Seats in the second row are slightly more than competitors. Yes, and the sofa, perhaps the most comfortable. But the “gallery” is poorly equipped - a 12V socket and pockets. The trunk of an impressive volume (577-1605 l) is equipped with a sliding hammock. The decoration is modest, sockets and boxes for small things are not provided. Under the floor - "dokatka"
"Chip" of Toyota in the panoramic view system with the effect of a circular view. Four cameras convert the picture into a full-fledged "top view". Cool thing, but the screen of the updated multimedia system is still small. However, huge side mirrors and narrow pillars make it easy to navigate in space. And the dimensions in the RAV4 are felt better than in other cars.
After the next update of the Outlander's appearance, it literally shone. The crossover is generously trimmed with chrome
The interior of the Outlander is closer to the classic one. The design is simpler, there are fewer buttons. Here, as in Toyota, the reach of the steering column is small, but it is not difficult to find your landing in the driver's seat. In terms of comfort, the seat is no worse than the Toyota one, but the upholstery ... rough to the touch, shiny leather. Is it skin?! Although other interior materials are quite high quality. There are a lot of soft panels, and the gear selector paddles are made of aluminum. You touch the cast parts with your fingertips and you think ... after all, the “manual” mode is pampering!
Simple, but tasteful. And there are no serious problems with ergonomics. We note separate ventilation deflectors for the driver and front passenger
In terms of ease of control of secondary functions, Mitsubishi is similar to Toyota: large dials and buttons. Unless the multimedia system is overloaded with symbols, and the systems management is randomly scattered across the front panel. Paddle shifters are fixed not on the steering wheel, but on the column
With visibility from the Outlander - approx. The mirrors are large, the pillars are not wide, again, as in the RAV4. But the rear doorway is narrower, and the doors open at a small angle. Landing in an amphitheater forces you to climb onto the back sofa, which is also stuffed with hard filler. You won't sit on this for long. And when landing, you need to lift your legs higher: the doors, unlike Toyota, do not cover the thresholds, it is easy to get dirty. By the way, Nissan sins the same.
Armchairs are slightly stricter and tougher than those of Toyota, but just as hospitable. The space on the second row is facilitated by the high installation of the front seats, but there are also no deflectors here. Contrary to the larger dimensions, the Outlander's trunk is the most modest: 477-1640 liters. But keep in mind that only here there is an underground with a number of roomy boxes. A full-fledged spare wheel on a cast disk is suspended under the bottom
The front panel of the X-Trail is massive and solid. Armchairs of magnificent forms, the variator selector rises on the central podium. It feels like you're in a higher class car. And only in Nissan, the swivel washer is responsible for all-wheel drive modes. Such a switch is much more convenient than push-button control of the transmission. Plus, the X-Trail is more pleasant in small things: the steering wheel reach is longer, the instrument cluster display is larger, and the central cupholders are cooled. Spoils the karma of the crossover only inappropriate savings on light bulbs - the power window block, consider, without illumination.
The X-Trail looks bigger than it really is. However, in our opinion, Nissan has the most winning look.
Light-colored upholstery adds a "deceptive" space to the Nissan's cabin. In fact, there is a little less freedom than in competitors. For example, if there is a panoramic roof overhead, there is a gap of just over five centimeters. In Toyota and Mitsubishi - twice as much. In the longitudinal direction, there is enough stock, but there is not enough space for the feet under the driver's seat. Stretching your legs, as in other crossovers, will not work. However, what are we talking about - there is still enough space!
Smooth contours of the front panel set up for a quiet ride. Two-tone interior elegant, but easily soiled
The interior of Nissan has a little more grace, which is not an obstacle to information content and convenience. Serious puncture - "dark" power window block, hidden behind the door handle
The Nissan chair will appeal to big people. The thin ones will fidget. The rear sofa can be moved longitudinally by 40 cm, increasing the volume of the trunk. The passengers of the second row, although they prop up the front seats with their knees, will be quite capable of sitting out a short trip. Only the X-Trail has rear vents. Nissan trunk with a volume of 497-1585 liters. The back of the sofa consists of three wings, and the floor can be installed on two levels. The “reserve” is full-fledged, but there is almost no place for small things
In general, in static exercises we have approximate equality. Subject to errors, of course. If one of the participants goes into a small gap in a separate nomination, then the rivals immediately catch up with him in others. However, "dynamics" promises greater diversity.
The Nissan camera produces the highest quality picture. Toyota has a circular view of the perimeter. Mitsubishi has the largest screen
For example, Toyota is a little more powerful than both competitors, and most importantly, the 180-horsepower version of 2.5 liters is equipped with a classic "automatic". You can feel it: RAV4 accelerates tightly, with a minimum of transmission losses. The crossover engine pulls well at low speeds, but in order for it to go properly, you need to drive the tachometer needle into the upper sector of the scale. In the spurt to the first “hundred”, Toyota is faster than Nissan and Mitsubishi, both according to the passport (9.4 seconds versus 10.5 and 10.2, respectively), and in terms of sensations. And everything would be fine, but sometimes, confused between gears, the automatic transmission allows unpleasant jerks.
The 2.5-liter engine paired with an “automatic” pleases with high-torque at low speeds and activity at the top. The “steel” solo of the motor is clearly audible in the cabin, but this “music” even wants to be made louder. But road noise, on the contrary, I would like to reduce
Mitsubishi is slightly behind Toyota. Mainly due to the fault of the variator, which begins to “pull the rubber” just during intensive acceleration “to the floor”. With a quiet ride, his habits return to normal, and when starting from a place, the responses to the gas are so sharp that it is possible to avoid a jerk only with very careful handling of the accelerator. But Outlander instantly responds to the fuel supply. And in terms of acoustic comfort, Mitsu is preferable. In the course of the last update (and there were three of them in total), the sound insulation of the crossover was pulled up to a completely acceptable level.
The Outlander responds to the movement of the accelerator without a single hitch. And it is perfectly controlled by gas in corners, changing the trajectory with the distribution of mass. But to the limits, due to the low grip properties of tires, it is better not to bring
X-Trail is the golden mean. Reactions to gas are smoothed out, the variator is connected to the motor more tightly, and the imitation of the change of steps is felt more clearly than in the Outlander. Perhaps that is why this pair, despite the differences in mass and recoil of motors, accelerates head to head. Curiously, driving a massive X-Trail it seems that you are the one who is faster than your opponent. Again, the deception of large forms.
The smooth operation of the atmospheric “four” and the variator create the illusion of a V6 engine. Provided that the tachometer is not higher than 3500 rpm
Liked the chassis setup. Small and medium irregularities Nissan seems to push through with its weight. The suspension handles bridge joints effortlessly, speed bumps move in two jumps. And only on large pits shock absorbers rumble unpleasantly. Managed X-Trail calmly, as if with laziness. It reacts to the steering wheel with a slight pause, but then it draws turns, like a pencil on a pattern. There seems to be enough feedback. At the same time, the limits of the chassis are quite high. The crossover clings to the trajectory for a long time, and only with a clear search with speed does it begin to slide with the front axle.
Direct X-Trail keeps firmly. Does not react to rutting, does not require steering. Only a large hole can knock a crossover off course
Outlander does the exact opposite. Having jerked from a place sharper, you can break the wheels into slip. A sharp accelerator is adjacent to an equally sharp steering wheel, to the deviation of which the crossover reacts instantly. The steering wheel is precise, but uninformative. What is happening in the contact patch of the wheels with the road is absolutely not felt. True, this does not interfere with attacking turns. Frustrated that Mitsubishi starts to slip early. It seems that the speed is low, but the rubber squeaks, and the trajectory straightens. The “slippery” Goodyear Eagle tires are clearly to blame for this.
Mitsubishi Outlander has the most reckless handling. At the same time, comfort with a good suspension is at the level
In terms of comfort, Mitsubishi is inferior to Nissan. There are more perturbations from bumps in the cabin, the pits give off more strongly, and bumps come to the steering wheel. In addition, in asphalt ruts, the crossover drags to the side. At the same time, you can literally bring down the country road without breakdowns and body chatter. Note that our Outlander managed to run "under the journalists" more than 30,000 km. We are sure that part of the complaints is related to the wear of the suspension.
Crossover brake performance is about the same, but the RAV4 sends a bit more information to the driver.
The Toyota rolls over bumps like a bouncy ball. The suspension is stiff, and most of the road marriage is clearly felt in the cabin. To endure discomfort would not make sense if it were not for the exemplary energy intensity of elastic elements: RAV4 is not afraid of even plump speed bumps. And yes, handling is fine. The crossover is distinguished by moderately sharp reactions and a tenacious suspension. At the limit - demolition. True, the rolls are too big, but among our duelists no one goes “horizontally” in corners.
When driving on light off-road on Toyota, ESP must be turned off. Otherwise, the electronics will strangle the motor and the crossover will get bogged down. Without insurance and with a locked multi-plate clutch, the RAV4 rides very confidently, but its maneuverability is limited by a modest ground clearance of 185 mm and a downpipe hanging under the engine compartment
Outlander pros: ground clearance - 215 mm and instant response to fuel supply. In addition, the crossover actively responds to the redistribution of mass, which allows you to go through slippery areas in rally style. Off-road - in joy!
The X-Trail electronics work correctly, but there was no particular difference when driving in automatic all-wheel drive mode and with a locked clutch (in this case, the thrust between the axles is distributed equally). In addition, in the Nissan CVT there is neither a power mode (like Mitsubishi), nor a manual mode (like in Toyota's "automatic")
We weigh all the "pros and cons" and get this alignment. Nissan X-Trail slightly ahead. The brutal crossover is gifted with a lush interior and a well-tuned chassis. But at the same time, it does not provoke a family man driver to rash acts. Positive hero!
Toyota RAV4 in the middle. This (or this?) is neither scolded nor praised. He does everything right, he does not deviate from the charter. If it loses to competitors, then in unprincipled aspects. But he always wins big. Actually, a lot is forgiven for the suspension and reliability of the Ravik. In short, complete RAV new weight.
The error in prices for tested crossovers with 2.4-2.5 liter engines is exactly 100,000 rubles. The most affordable is the Nissan X-Trail: 1,749,000-1,999,000 rubles. Then Mitsubishi Outlander: 1,839,990-1979,990 rubles. More expensive than the rest Toyota RAV4: 1,850,000-2,168,000 rubles
Mitsubishi Outlander is a bit behind. The aggressive appearance of the "Japanese" corresponds to the settings of the chassis, but it lacks what Toyota and Nissan have in abundance - calmness. However, it can be formulated in another way: the Outlander has something that is not in the RAV4 and the X-Trail. And then the priority table will turn upside down. It's just that each of the cars is aimed at a specific audience. Subject to error, of course.
Specifications of the tested vehicles (manufacturer data)
| Nissan X-Trail | Toyota RAV4 | Mitsubishi Outlander | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | |||
| Type | Wagon (SUV) | Wagon (SUV) | Wagon (SUV) |
| Number of seats/doors | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Engine | |||
| Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine location | Front transverse | Front transverse | Front transverse |
| Number and arrangement of cylinders | 4, in a row | 4, in a row | 4, in a row |
| Working volume, cu. cm | 2488 | 2494 | 2360 |
| Power, hp at rpm | 171/6000 | 180/6000 | 167/6000 |
| Torque, Nm at rpm | 233/4000 | 233/4100 | 222/4100 |
| Transmission | |||
| Drive unit | Full | Full | Full |
| Transmission | Variator (CVT) | 6-automatic transmission | Variator (CVT) |
| brakes | |||
| Front | Disc ventilated | Disc ventilated | Disc ventilated |
| Rear | Disk | Disk | Disc ventilated |
| Suspension | |||
| Front | Independent, spring, McPherson | Independent, spring, McPherson | |
| rear | Semi-dependent, spring, multi-link | Independent, spring, multi-link | |
| Dimensions, volume, weight | |||
| Length/width/height, mm | 4640x1830x1715 | 4605x1845x1715 | 4695x1800x1680 |
| Wheel base, mm | 2705 | 2660 | 2670 |
| Clearance, mm | 210 | 197 | 215 |
| Curb weight, kg | 1659/1701 | 1670-1705 | 1505 |
| Fuel tank volume, l | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Trunk volume, l | 497-1585 | 577-1605 | 477-1640 |
| Tires | 225/60 R18 | 235/55 R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Dynamic characteristics | |||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 190 | 180 | 198 |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h, sec. | 10,5 | 9,4 | 10,2 |
| Fuel consumption, l/100 km | |||
| Combined cycle | 8,3 | 8,6 | 7,7 |
| CO2 emissions, g/km, eq. Class | 192/Euro-4 | 200/Euro-5 | n/a/Euro-5 |
| The cost of the car, rub. | |||
| Basic equipment | 1 749 000 | 1 850 000 | 1 839 990 |
Safety
Nissan X-Trail
Toyota RAV4
Mitsubishi Outlander
| Equipped with security systems | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan X-Trail | Toyota RAV4 | Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Front airbags | + | + | + |
| Side airbags | + | + | ABOUT |
| air curtains | + | + | ABOUT |
| Driver/passenger knee airbag | -/- | +/- | ABOUT/- |
| Inflatable seat belts for rear passengers | - | - | - |
| ESP stabilization system | + | + | ABOUT |
| Traction control system TCS | + | + | - |
| ABS anti-lock braking system | + | + | + |
| Brake Assist | + | + | + |
| Rear View Camera | ABOUT | ABOUT | ABOUT |
| Parktronic | ABOUT | ABOUT | ABOUT |
| Parking assistance | ABOUT | ABOUT | - |
| LED headlights | ABOUT | ABOUT | ABOUT |
| xenon headlights | - | - | - |
| adaptive headlights | - | - | - |
| Lane Change Assistance | ABOUT | ABOUT | - |
| Lane Tracking System | ABOUT | ABOUT | - |
| Collision avoidance system | - | ABOUT | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System | - | ABOUT | - |
| Driver fatigue monitoring system | ABOUT | ABOUT | - |
| Turning on the alarm during emergency braking | + | + | + |
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