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Subject Topic: x trail auto for towing
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PersonTricia N
30/8/2016 at 10:31pm
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help going to see 2009 xtrail automatic tekna 150bhp tomorrow we have an eldiss xplore 540 will this car be good or bad never had an automatic before


PersonGrampian91
30/8/2016 at 11:17pm
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Whats the towing limit and at what weight point do they recommend an additional cooler (assuming its a fluid auto and not a CVT or similar)

A quick search and it seems the 540 is heavier than the max tow on the auto. 1350kg max tow?

Seems the auto is lacking compared to the manual.


PersonJG1971
31/8/2016 at 10:11am
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Pretty sure the Auto has a considerably lower towing limit than the manual.
I have a manual XTrail and it tows great.

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PersonMike3003
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I seem to remember that to be the case also with the X Trail, the Auto has a lower tow rate than the manual. So make sure you check that out.

However, do not be put off from a SUITABLE Auto towcar, it will be better than a manual for towing any day. I know this will be debated everywhere, but ask any expert or experienced tower, Auto is the way to go.

On a personal point of view, please make sure whatever you choose is suitable with some to spare. Good luck. 👍

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PersonJG1971
31/8/2016 at 12:27pm
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I agree, I have towed with auto & manual - give me an auto anyday.

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I wouldn't tow any more with a manual box, but I deffo wouldn't touch the Nissan CVT box with a bargepole. It really is awful.

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Quote: Originally posted by Hairywol on 31/8/2016
I wouldn't tow any more with a manual box, but I deffo wouldn't touch the Nissan CVT box with a bargepole. It really is awful.


I did not want tell you that...........But quite frankly Hairywol is not incorrect. It would not be on my list as a tow car.....Sorry.

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