- The Nissan X-Trail gets a mid-lifecycle update in Japan three years after its debut.
- It mirrors the facelifted Rogue in design and tech but adds market-specific trims.
- Key highlights include the Nismo, upscale Autech, and rugged Rock Creek editions.
A refreshed take on a familiar SUV is arriving in Japan, with the updated Nissan X-Trail bringing new style, tech, and trims designed to appeal to a wider range of buyers. The facelift closely follows the changes made to the US-market Rogue in late 2023, but Japanese customers get access to a broader lineup, including the performance-minded Nismo, the premium Autech, and the rugged Sotoasobi package that can even be paired with the Rock Creek trim.
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This mid-cycle update comes three years after the X-Trail’s domestic debut and finally aligns it more closely with its North American Rogue sibling. The most visible tweaks are found on the front fascia, complemented by fresh paint options and new wheel designs.
Inside, the X-Trail now features an upgraded infotainment system with Google Built-in, higher-grade materials, and additional cameras that provide a 360-degree view along with the new Invisible Hood View function. Under the skin, the familiar powertrains carry over from the pre-facelift model, including the e-Power self-charging hybrid and the 1.5-liter VC-Turbo gasoline engine.
Rock Creek Meets Sotoasobi
And now let’s move on to the specific trims. Since we have already covered the X-Trail Nismo in a separate story, we will focus on other interesting members of the SUV’s Japanese lineup.
Adventure-oriented buyers can now choose the Rock Creek trim in Japan, arriving a year after its debut in the United States. Those looking for an even bolder look can enhance either the standard X-Trail or the Rock Creek with the optional Sotoasobi package.
The package equips the SUV with a matte black hood wrap that guards against stone chips, bolt-on fender extensions by JAOS, and distinctive emblems. This rugged treatment has also been offered on the previous-generation X-Trail, following its recent roll-out for the Caravan.
Autech Is Back
As part of the mid-lifecycle update, Nissan has updated the Autech trim of the X-Trail that combines a sporty exterior with a more premium interior. The bodykit includes shiny extensions for the front and rear bumpers, a unique grille pattern, and extra LEDs in blue color. It also rides on exclusive 20-inch alloy wheels and has a chrome finish for the mirror caps, side moldings, and roof rails contrasting the exclusive Deep Ocean Blue shade.
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The interior stands out with quilted leather seats featuring Autech branding, dark wood accents across the dashboard, and blue stitching throughout the cabin. Buyers can opt for the Autech Advanced package, which adds extra safety, technology, and comfort features, while the Sports Spec shifts the focus toward driving dynamics.
The latter introduces performance dampers, sharper steering, and dedicated tuning for both the e-4ORCE all-wheel-drive system and the vehicle control module (VCM). Together, these enhancements position the Autech as a more refined yet capable alternative to the Nismo.
On Sale in September
The facelifted Nissan X-Trail will go on sale in Japan starting on September 18. Pricing starts from ¥3,843,400 ($26,100) and climbs to ¥5,962,000 ($40,400) depending on the trim. As for the special versions, the Rock Creek starts at ¥4,756,400 ($32,200), the Autech at ¥5,141,400 ($34,900) and the Nismo at ¥5,416,400 ($36,700), while the optional Sotoasobi Package adds ¥241,425 ($1,600).
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