A brand new Nissan Patrol doesn’t come round fairly often, however the flagship 4×4 strikes into solely its seventh era in 73 years with the revealing of the latest mannequin in Abu Dhabi at present. Constructed on the bones of the most recent Infiniti QX80, it retains its body-on-frame development however positive factors loads of new tech and a brand new engine to interchange the dinosaur V8.
That engine is the VR35DDTT 3.5 litre direct-injected twin-turbocharged V6. Regardless of dropping over two litres in displacement, the mill produces extra energy (+7%) and far more torque (+25%) – 425 hp and 700 Nm of torque – whereas additionally delivering higher gasoline effectivity. Given its propensity for use off-road in blisteringly sizzling climates equivalent to within the Center East, the six-pot has been outfitted with a excessive heat-resistant turbocharger and a scavenge oil pump, the latter making certain constant lubrication on slopes and inclines.
Nissan has retained the bottom naturally-aspirated V6, though it too has shrunk in swept quantity to three.8 litres; now with direct injection, it makes 316 hp and 386 Nm. Drive is distributed to all 4 wheels via an also-new Mercedes-Benz-derived nine-speed computerized gearbox, together with a Nissan-first 4WD switch mode interlock system that enables drivers to seamlessly swap between modes.
Off-roading functionality has been additional enhanced with the usual fitment of adaptive air suspension, utilising digital dampers to routinely adapt to driving circumstances. The air springs can both be raised to extend floor clearance or lowered to enhance aerodynamic effectivity, entry and egress, in addition to aiding cargo loading.
Marking a departure from the fairly bulbous sixth-gen mannequin, the brand new Patrol shares the identical proportions and basic design route because the QX80, albeit with an excellent sharper swimsuit. The entrance finish is characterised by putting vertical double-C LED headlights with adaptive driving beam expertise, flanking an imposing V-motion grille that’s visually built-in with the lamps via twin chrome bars.
Alongside the facet, you’ll discover vertical fender vents and an upright glasshouse with a wraparound windscreen design shared with the QX80. The place the Patrol differs from the Infiniti is within the D-pillars, which makes use of extra physique color and is topped by a “Patrol” appliqué.
Full-width taillights incorporating the identical double-C graphic because the entrance end off the design on the rear, which additionally will get twin body-coloured bumper extrusions flanking the towing eye. A brand new puddle lamp incorporates the automotive’s silhouette and the textual content “Since 1951”, highlighting the nameplate’s storied historical past. The Patrol is out there in seven colors – plus 4 two-tone choices – with wheel choices measuring as much as a staggering 22 inches in diameter.
The inside is as a lot of a departure from the earlier mannequin as the outside. The widescreen show panel has been lifted straight from the QX80, that includes 14.3-inch instrument and infotainment shows which can be nearly seamlessly built-in right into a 28.6-inch Monolith panel.
These run on a brand new Nissan Join 2.0 working system with Google providers like Google Maps, the Google Assistant and the Play Retailer built-in – a primary for the Center Jap area. On the rear, you’ll discover elective twin 12.8-inch headrest-mounted shows, whereas the sound system is now an obtainable 12-speaker Klipsch Premium Audio setup with DynamicAudioReveal expertise and DJX 3D Encompass sound.
Shifting on to the remainder of the cabin, you’ll discover a stitched leather-covered dashboard and door playing cards, together with a tall and large centre console with a push-button gear selector and a sliding storage cowl. The quilted leather-based seats incorporate a sample impressed by kumiko, a Japanese woodworking approach, and could be had with eight-way energy adjustment and a therapeutic massage operate. A panoramic glass sunroof and 64-colour ambient lighting with “customisable dwell backgrounds” come normal.
New to the Patrol is Biometric Cooling, which makes use of a built-in infrared sensor to detect the physique temperatures of the first- and second-row occupants and routinely modify air-flow settings to swimsuit, just like Lexus’ Local weather Concierge expertise. Nissan is claiming class-leading roominess for the second and third rows, with entry to the latter (which include a powered fold and unfold function) aided by EZ flex second-row seats that may be pushed forwards with out the necessity to eliminated an connected youngster seat.
Boot area, in the meantime, has been elevated by as much as 30%, paired with a mixed 9 litres of storage within the glovebox and beneath the armrest. Nissan says the Patrol’s all-new body has elevated dynamic torsional rigidity, which not solely improves the dealing with and off-road prowess but in addition leads to decreased vibration – offering a extra comfy driving expertise in live performance with the acoustic glass.
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