2025 Nissan Patrol: Variants explained

The all-new 2025 Nissan Patrol is the Japanese body-on-frame SUV’s latest iteration – known internally as the Y63. Launched in the UAE under much fanfare in early September 2024, the new Patrol is one of the biggest and most important new launches in the entire Middle East region.

However, if you are planning on buying one, you will first be met with a slew of different variants. Each has its place in the extensive Patrol line-up, but understanding which one to pick is going to be crucial. This will not only make the purchasing process hassle-free but also cement your ownership of the all-new Patrol as truly memorable.

Variant overview

Before we explore all the variants of the 2025 Nissan Patrol in more detail, let’s look at what we have. First, there is the entry-level Patrol XE variant that costs AED 239,900. One step above this is the Patrol SE T2 variant which starts at AED 258,900, followed by the Patrol SE Titanium variant which costs AED 289,900.

Sitting at the top of this first list here is the Patrol SE Platinum City variant, which starts at AED 317,900. Next up, we have the remaining five variants of the 2025 Nissan Patrol. The first is the Patrol LE T1 variant, which costs AED 292,900. The second variant is the Patrol LE T2 and it starts at AED 314,900.

The third variant is the Patrol LE Titanium which costs AED 339,900. This is then trailed by the Patrol LE Titanium+ at AED 349,900, with the top-tier Patrol LE Platinum City at AED 379,900. Just so you know, all variants of the Patrol get four-wheel drive as standard. Having figured out the hierarchy of the 2025 Nissan Patrol family, let’s dive a little deeper.

Engine specs

The 2025 Nissan Patrol is available with two petrol engine options in the UAE, similar to its predecessor. However, both are now six-cylinder engines – the N/A V8 is history. The first amongst these is a 3.8-liter naturally-aspirated V6 with direct injection, dual overhead cams, and variable valve timing. The end result is a maximum output of 316 hp and 386 Nm.

The second engine option in the all-new Patrol is a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6. It, too, gets the same modern features as in the 3.8-liter model (DOHC, direct injection, etc.). The maximum output of this twin-turbo V6 is 425 hp and 700 Nm, which is 25 hp and 140 Nm more than the erstwhile V8.

The N/A V6 version of the new Nissan Patrol has a fuel economy of 9.7 kmpl or 10.3 L/100 km. The more powerful twin-turbo version, meanwhile, is rated at 10.1 kmpl or 9.9 L/100 km on a combined cycle. All variants of the 2025 Nissan Patrol channel the engine’s power to the wheels via a new 9-speed automatic transmission.

Similarly, four-wheel drive (4WD) is standard fitment on all Patrols. Considering the lighter but more powerful engines and the upgraded gearbox, both variants of the new Patrol should be capable of achieving a top speed of at least 200 kmph.

The run from 0-100 kmph in the new V6 model should take less than 10 seconds, with the new V6 twin-turbo likely to accomplish the same in under 6.5 seconds. The all-new Patrol continues with its independent suspension setup like its predecessor but with tweaks for better ride quality.

However, the variants with the new twin-turbo engine can be had with three different suspension systems. All get double wishbones up front. The rear suspension of the LE T1 and LE T2 variants comprises coil springs with passive shock absorbers. The LE Titanium and LE Titanium+ get coil springs as well but with electrically-controlled shock absorbers.

The top-end LE Platinum City variant comes with an adaptive air suspension that can control the ride height of the vehicle. This new system replaces the erstwhile Hydraulic Body Motion Control (HBMC) tech in the old Patrol. Nissan is likely to have made the change for an improved ride over a variety of surfaces whilst keeping the Patrol’s body roll in check.

Dimensions

All variants of the 2025 Nissan Patrol 3.8 V6 measure 5,350 mm in length and 2,030 mm in width (excluding ORVMs), while the wheelbase is 3,075 mm. Meanwhile, the height at the roof is 1,945 mm for the XE, SE T2, and SE Titanium variants. This goes up to 1,955 mm for the range-topping SE Platinum City.

Similarly, the ground clearance of the Patrol 3.8 V6 measures 244 mm for all the variants except the top-tier SE Platinum City. The latter measures in at 253 mm, primarily aided by its larger wheels – 20 inches vs 18 inches. The Patrol is tall and wide enough to cause smaller vehicles to scamper away when it appears in their immediate periphery.

What a large body provides is a good amount of room on the inside. That is exactly what we see with the new Patrol as well – the old model wasn’t lacking in space, anyway. The Patrol can seat up to eight people across three rows of seats, with the third-row usable for adults over short or even medium trips.

Features

Nissan Patrol XE (3.8 V6) / LE T1 (3.5 V6)

This is the base variant of both the Patrol 3.8 V6 and Patrol 3.5 V6 versions. These are what you get if your budget is limited but you still want to be able to take your Patrol off-road. Helping you out on this will be the 18-inch off-road-friendly wheels.

While these may not look as impressive as the larger wheels the higher variants get, they are far better adapted to handling challenging terrains. They won’t be as durable as similar-sized steel wheels, but these alloy rims are also unlikely to fail easily. Plus, being shod with thicker rubber allows for more tire deflation and thus a larger footprint.

The shorter ‘off-road’ bumpers with bash plates are way more capable off the road. With these wheels and bumpers, the 2025 Nissan Patrol boasts an approach angle of 32 degrees and a departure angle of 25.5 degrees. Further considerations include the rugged construction of this SUV, though the rear-diff lock definitely helps.

Exterior features of the Patrol XE/LE T1:

•       Automatic LED headlights
•       LED front fog lights
•       Auto-folding ORVMs with integrated indicators & puddle lamps
•       Smart key with automatic door lock & unlock
•       Front & rear parking sensors with a rearview camera

Interior features of the Patrol XE/LE T1:

•       Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel with tilt & height adjust
•       Paddle shifters
•       Manual-dimming IRVM
•       Electronic parking brake with auto-hold
•       Power-operated front seats with manually-operated second & third-row seats
•       Fabric upholstery
•       Cool box
•       Twin 12.3-inch Monolith Display
•       Tri-zone climate control
•       Cruise control
•       6-speaker audio system with smartphone connectivity
•       Six USB and three 12-volt power sockets

Safety features of the Patrol XE/LE T1:

•       7 airbags
•       ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
•       Vehicle stability control
•       ISOFIX anchors
•       Hill-start assist
•       Hill-descent control
•       Limited-slip differential
•       TPMS
•       Automatic hazard warning lights
•       Engine immobilizer and alarm

Nissan Patrol SE T2 (3.8 V6) / LE T2 (3.5 V6)

One step above the base XE/LE T1 is the Patrol SE T2/LE T2. It adds a few more goodies to the already well-packaged base car. It should be just as adept at going off-road as the base variant as nothing major has been changed on the outside. However, buyers get some conveniences that make these a bit more user-friendly.

Exterior features of the Patrol SE T2/LE T2 (including XE/LE T1 features):

•       Rain-sensing windshield wipers
•       Remote engine starter
•       Powered tailgate
•       Roof rails

Interior features of the Patrol SE T2/LE T2 (including XE/LE T1 features):

•       Leatherette seat upholstery
•       Two-way power lumbar adjustment for the driver’s seat
•       Wireless phone charger
•       Frameless auto-dimming IRVM with integrated rear-camera view

Safety features of the Patrol SE T2/LE T2 (including XE/LE T1 features):

•       Rear-seat occupant alert

Nissan Patrol SE Titanium (3.8 V6) / LE Titanium (3.5 V6)

The SE Titanium is the penultimate variant of the Patrol 3.8 V6 and thus comes with several premium features. These make owning it a far more satisfying experience, alongside a safer one due to some new safety tech. Both, the SE Titanium and LE Titanium look different to their respective lower variants, courtesy of the streamlined and urbane bumpers.

Interesting to note here is that these bumpers affect the off-roadability a bit. The approach angle of the SE Titanium is down from 32 degrees to 24.5 degrees, though its departure and breakover angles remain unchanged. Meanwhile, the LE Titanium rides on larger wheels and has a different suspension setup.

Exterior features of the Patrol SE Titanium/LE Titanium (including SE T2/LE T2 features):

•       City Bumper
•       Motion-sensing tailgate
•       Panoramic sunroof
•       20-inch alloy wheels (LE Titanium)
•       Electrically-controlled dampers (LE Titanium)

Interior features of the Patrol SE Titanium/LE Titanium (including SE T2/LE T2 features):

•       Premium leatherette seat upholstery
•       Eight-way powered front seats w/ two-way power lumbar
•       Powered third-row seats
•       Twin 14.3-inch Monolith Display
•       12-speaker Klipsch premium audio system
•       12.8-inch rear-seat entertainment screens (SE Titanium)
•       MyNissan App (NissanConnect Service)

Safety features of the Patrol SE Titanium/LE Titanium (including SE T2/LE T2 features):

•       Driver-attention alert
•       High-beam assist
•       Adaptive cruise control
•       Predictive forward-collision warning w/ auto-emergency braking
•       Rear auto-emergency braking
•       Lane-departure prevention w/ Lane-keeping assist
•       Blind-spot intervention
•       Rear cross-traffic alert

Nissan Patrol SE Platinum City (3.8 V6) / LE Titanium+ (3.5 V6)

The SE Platinum City is the top variant of the Patrol 3.8 V6, whilst the LE Titanium+ is the penultimate variant of the Patrol 3.5 V6. The former looks slightly more polished with its extra chrome trim. The SE Platinum City also gets bigger and shinier wheels that make it equally at home parked outside The Dubai Mall, or out in the desert.

Both variants get the same wheel sizes, thereby boasting more ground clearance and height when compared to their lower variants. The SE Platinum City and LE Titanium+ have approach and departure angles of 25 degrees, while their ramp breakover angle is 24.5 degrees.

Exterior features of the Patrol SE Platinum City/LE Titanium+ (including SE Titanium/LE Titanium features):

•       Iconic courtesy lamp (SE Platinum City)
•       20-inch machine-finished alloy wheels
•       Second-row seat release and folding from the cargo bay (SE Platinum City)

Interior features of the Patrol SE Platinum City/LE Titanium+ (including SE Titanium/LE Titanium features):

•       Genuine quilted leather upholstery (SE Platinum City)
•       Heated & ventilated seats
•       Massaging driver’s seat w/ four-way lumbar (SE Platinum City)
•       Memory function for the front seats
•       Electrically-adjustable steering wheel
•       64-color LED mood lighting system (SE Platinum City)
•       Biometric cooling
•       Air filter & ionizer

Safety features of the Patrol SE Platinum City (including SE Titanium features):

•       Head-up display (SE Platinum City)
•       3D around-view monitor (SE Platinum City)
•       Invisible Hood View (SE Platinum City)
•       My Parking Location (SE Platinum City)

Note that the safety features of the LE Titanium and LE Titanium+ are similar with no new additions. Apart from what is already present in the LE Titanium+, features exclusive to the fully-loaded Nissan Patrol LE Platinum City (3.5 V6) are 22-inch alloy wheels, adaptive air suspension, and adaptive LED headlights.

Colours

The 2025 Nissan Patrol in the UAE is available in eleven exterior colours, including four dual-tone colours. The mono-tone colours are Pearl White, Radiant White, Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, Mineral Black, Grand Blue, and Forest Green.

The dual-tone colours include Radiant White with Super Black Roof, Gray Metallic with Super Black Roof, Silver Metallic with Super Black Roof, and Forest Green with Super Black Roof. These colours are offered with all the variants of the all-new Nissan Patrol.

Which Nissan Patrol variant should you buy?

If you want a weekend off-roader from your Nissan Patrol, you will be happy with either the XE or SE T2 with the N/A V6. While not cheap, they can be had for less than 260,000 dirhams. Within the N/A V6 line-up, the variant that strikes a good balance between price and features is the SE Titanium.

Meanwhile, a good value proposition but with the power of the twin-turbo V8 would be the LE Titanium. It offers plenty of tech while saving you 40,000 dirhams over the top-end LE Platinum City.

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