Premium SUV Nissan X-Terra: A capable on and off-road companion

Designed for adventure and the outdoors, its sevenpassenger capacity also makes it suitable as a family vehicle

MUSCAT: If you are looking for a vehicle that offers a hard-to-beat combination of technology, power, style, safety, space, and comfort, premium SUV Nissan X-Terra is a perfect choice.

Designed for adventure and the outdoors, its seven-passenger capacity also makes it suitable as a family vehicle. Yes, with a robust 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a seven-speed automatic transmission powers, Nissan XTerra is exceptionally capable. The petrol engine delivers 124kW /165 hp and 241Nm of torque that guarantees an exhilarating drive of speed and acceleration.

A catalyst for new experiences, Nissan X-Terra allows owners to connect with the people in their lives, and to confidently ‘Go Anywhere’ together. Addressing a variety of needs and all types of terrains as it is ideal for city use and great for an adventure. Additionally, its magnificent and wellequipped interior is balanced by numerous safety features, and excellent driving dynamics. What is remarkable is the X-Terra has a solid four-wheel drive system, including a four-wheel lock, brake limited slip differential and electronic locking rear differential.

Accentuating a bold new design, innovative engineering and a collection of advanced Nissan Intelligent Mobility technologies, X-Terra offers impressive strength, driving capabilities and adventure-ready confidence for drivers to go ‘beyond boundaries’ and explore new places. Built in line with the “unbreakable” frame vehicles design philosophy, it combines masculine solidity with sleek and modern execution. That is why long-time Nissan X-Terra owners will vouch that the vehicle’s sturdy frame enables its durability and practicality.

For those who like details - XTerra stands at 4.9m in length, 1.9m in height and just over 2.1m in width – with a ground clearance of 243 mm. The dimensions of the X-Terra are strong and bold. The front face shows off a powerful new V-motion grill, with its thick frame contrasting with the refined horizontal chrome bars within. The hood is tall and horizontal, the body is muscular, and the driver sits up high for a commanding road presence.

While the general image is daunting and rugged, the designers have also added expressions of sophistication and technology. This is underscored by the distinctive C-shaped LED signature headlamps, which are evolved and interpreted in a novel way. The quad LED projector lamps, like ice-cubes, have a high-tech vibe. Each one is intricately framed in its own bezel, showing off an attention to detail.

I am also impressed that the rear bumper uses squared-off shapes to show that the all-new X-Terra is well protected. As for the front bumper with its unique layers its overlaps each other creating an overall protected, yet sophisticated feeling.

The Zero Gravity seats to the stadium seat layout of the second and third row are very impressive and offer a comfortable ride to families and large groups. It was also important to make it as easy as possible for young and old alike to get in and out of the rear seats with a remote fold-down second row feature, while the third row has a single action fold-down to easily convert to more cargo space.

The top-notch treatment continues with individual climate controls for each row to help passengers always stay cool, along with the subtle glow of ambient lighting. At high speeds, the cabin stays quiet thanks to significant sound deadening efforts around the engine compartment, while wind and road noise is kept in check due to acoustic glass on both the windshield and side windows.

Drivers are pampered an upscale centre console and dashboard with brilliant displays. A 7-inch TFT Meter is located in the centre of the instrument cluster and allows for access to navigation, audio, car settings and five other information screens including an off-road meter that helps the driver quickly see the tilt of the vehicle and tire angle. The TFT also displays English and Arabic languages. Across the region, an 8-inch centre display screen and infotainment system is standard for the Titanium grade, while a 9-inch infotainment system with navigation is available for the Platinum grade.

Made for the tech obsessed generation, X-Terra provides seamless connectivity to your smartphone, equipped with go-to apps such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Passengers can keep all their gadgets powered up with wireless charging as well as USB ports including USB-C. Additionally, NissanConnect brings Bluetooth, navigation, voice recognition and more to the driving experience, while the Bose Premium Audio System takes advantage of the unique interior acoustics of the X-Terra to provide every passenger with the ultimate listening experience.

The ever-resourceful X-Terra is also packed with features to keep the entire family entertained for hours. An optional 11-inch flip down monitor turns long road trips into a premium movie theatre, with HDMI connectivity to mirror your smartphone.

The selling point of Nissan XTerra is its plentiful active safety systems. Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Intelligent Driver Alertness and Intelligent Emergency Braking are all available for the vehicle’s Platinum grade.

These features tell the driver when there is a possible danger — chiming when they stray out of their lane or when another car is in their blind spot or approaching while the vehicle is reversing. They also help to actively prevent issues by braking the vehicle when a possible collision is detected while driving.Nissan’s Intelligent Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection is another class-exclusive feature in the XTerra. It gives a bird’s-eye view of the X-Terra’s surroundings which is perfect for backing up and parallel parking and to determine any moving objects.These advanced safety features along with the allnew X-Terra’s on-and off-road capability, comfort and the latest technology are a perfect match for today’s adventure-seeking SUV buyers. An Intelligent rear-view Mirror is a class-first for the XTerra. A camera system creates an uninterrupted view of behind the vehicle to reduce stress for the driver when reversing, no matter how many passengers or how much cargo is taking up space inside the vehicle. Additional accessories available to purchase with the all-new X-Terra include an air purifier, welcome light, LED seat belt indicators, rear seat entertainment system, blind spot detection, door visor, trunk net and exhaust pipe finisher.

So, why should you buy a Nissan X-Terra?

It is an incredible vehicle for those looking for something a little rugged. It is perfect for off road trails yet suitable for the city commute. Features and technology provide peace of mind to the driver and occupants. It has the most up-to-date safety measures, giving you the best protection on the road. Nissan X-Terra is the way to go if you a looking for a reliable vehicle.