Are fuel additives worth it?

Do you recommend any diesel additives? My 2011 Nissan X-Trail 2.0l dCi has done 115,000 miles and is serviced every year but the mpg seems to be getting worse.

Do I need to replace the gearbox on my Nissan X-Trail?

My 2007 2.2 Nissan X-Trail keeps popping out of sixth gear when I accelerate. I can maintain speed for a little while but any acceleration I have to hold it in or it jumps out. Is it worth fixing, or is...

Can you recommend a budget-friendly, reliable, no frills 4x4?

We're looking for a second car. Something with no frills; a proper 4x4 (rural Highlands and Islands) with a raised driving position, reliable and preferably under £5000. We are considering an old Nissan...

Mixing part worn and new tyres ruined my car - is the tyre fitter liable for not warning me?

My 2011 Nissan X-Trail recently had the front wheel misalignment corrected and two new Avon ZX7 front tyres fitted at my local branch of a national tyre franchise. The rear tyres were part worn but the...

Will a 2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 dCi be suitable for muddy terrain and long commutes?

I want to trade in my 2011 diesel Nissan X-Trail 2.2 for a slightly smaller 4WD. I commute 50 miles a day, but need a 4WD for rough farm tracks. I have a budget of about £20,000 - £25,000 after trading...

What used diesel SUV should I buy?

I normally buy high mileage diesel SUVs. I have £13,500 to spend and am looking at a 2011/2012 Volvo XC60 D5 AWD start/stop with 70,000 miles on the clock and a 2013 Nissan X Trail 2.2 with 45,000 miles....

Which Nissan X-Trail to tow my caravan?

I've been looking at the X-Trail to tow my caravan but people are reporting fuel pump issues and going into limp mode are both these models affected by this. My caravan is 1400kg. I am looking for something...

Nissan X-Trail making a strange noise when towing

I have a 2009 Nissan X-Trail with a six-speed automatic gearbox. The vehicle has covered 38,000 miles and tows a caravan in the summer. Last week the vehicle made a strange thud noise. Once was whilst...

DPF won't regenerate - is buying one from a discount as good as from the dealer?

My DPF will not regenerate. I have tried forced regeneration in the garage, but it still won't budge. Should I replace with dealer parts which are very expensive. I could replace with a cheaper version...

Advice on Nissan X-Trail?

I am emigrating to Australia and need to buy a car when I get there. I'm really close to signing a contract on a Nissan X-Trail. A family member just advised me to stay away from Nissan and I then looked...