04/09/2024
๐ญAfter months of rumors, teasers, and sneak peeks, the all-new Nissan Patrol has finally arrived. It's been 14 years since Nissan last introduced a completely new Patrol model, and the seventh generation has now made its global debut.
This new version isnโt just a faceliftโNissan claims itโs been entirely redesigned from the ground up. With a re-engineered chassis, a revamped interior, and a turbocharged engine, the latest Patrol is set to challenge its main competitor: the Toyota Land Cruiser.
For the 2025 model year, the Patrol has grown in size, now measuring 5,205mm in length and 2,030mm in width, while retaining the same 3,075mm wheelbase as the outgoing model. The design has evolved to a boxier shape, featuring dual C-shaped headlights and a dominant front grille.
The 2025 Patrol's sides are relatively free of flares and creases, creating the impression of a larger vehicle. It keeps the fender vents, albeit with a new design, and features large windows thanks to a low beltline, with a more angular reverse-kink third window.
At the rear, the vertical tail lights make a return, inspired by the Y61 model that remains in production. These lights are connected by an illuminated trim piece, and the tailgate design is less flat compared to the previous generation.
Inside, the new Patrol boasts a complete overhaul, borrowing design elements from the Infiniti QX80, its more luxurious sibling. The cabin features two screens housed in a single panel, combining to offer a 28.6-inch display. The digital instrument cluster and the touchscreen infotainment system each measure 14.4 inches.
The interior is dominated by padded leather surfaces, with optional wood or aluminum trims. Unlike many modern vehicles, Nissan has opted to keep physical buttons, dials, and switches on the center stack, with the drive mode selector conveniently placed as a dial rather than buried in menus.
A 12-speaker Klipsch Premium Audio system is available in select variants, along with an optional rear entertainment system for back-seat passengers. The interior also offers a 64-color ambient lighting system with customizable backgrounds and features Biometric Cooling technology, which uses sensors to detect passengers' body temperatures. Massage functions are also available.
Despite its luxurious upgrades, the Nissan Patrol remains true to its off-road heritage. It comes equipped with six distinct drive modes: standard, sand, rock, mud/rut, eco, and sport. A first for Nissan, the new 4WD transfer mode interlock system allows drivers to switch between these modes seamlessly.
For the first time, the Patrol is fitted with standard air suspension, paired with e-Damper technology to provide smooth on-road cruising and enhanced off-road capabilities. The suspension height is also adjustable and continuously variable at speed.
Under the hood, the Patrol is powered by a new 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, delivering 425 horsepower and 700 Nm of torqueโa significant improvement over the previous 5.6-liter V8. A 3.8-liter V6 engine is also available, producing 318 horsepower and 386 Nm of torque. No turbodiesel options have been announced.
To withstand challenging off-road conditions, the Patrol includes a high heat-resistant turbocharger and a scavenge oil pump for consistent lubrication on slopes and inclines. Cooling is managed by dual electric fans, the largest ever fitted to a Nissan vehicle.
The seventh-generation Patrol will first be available in the Middle East, with global rollouts expected to continue through 2026 and 2027.
