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Nissan X-Trail vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (213 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan X-Trail or SsangYong Rexton?

Nissan X-Trail vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Nissan X-Trail

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X-Trail

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan X-Trail is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan X-Trail uses 5.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan X-Trail offers only slightly more power – delivering 213 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers moderately more torque with 525 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 84 Nm more.

X-Trail

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is noticeably lighter – 1,668 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 477 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly more boot space – 784 L compared to 585 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries visibly more – 770 kg compared to 574 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan X-Trail is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,200
X-Trail

Nissan X-Trail

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 213 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Nissan X-Trail
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan X-Trail

The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Nissan X-Trail
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 161 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
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Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
432 - 574 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
SsangYong
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