All-new Nissan Patrol - First impression

Nissan gave its iconic model Patrol a major update globally. The heavily changed version is currently on sale in several markets including UAE where it accounts for a large chunk of the segment.
It sees no change on the mechanical front; albeit heavy cosmetic tweaks are prominent on the outside. Moving to the cabin, it retains the same layout and receives a bunch of new features.

To give you an up-close insight into the 2020 Nissan Patrol, we bring you our first impression of the refreshed model, have a look.

Exterior

Sporting Nissan’s new design tenet, the latest iteration of Nissan Patrol receives copious styling tweaks on the outside. Most of the changes are visible at the front as it gets Nissan’s slightly tweaked V-motion grille for its range of SUVs. The redesigned grille highlights Patrol’s bold angular front. Another prominent change in front is the new boomerang-shaped LED headlamps.

The sides of the all-new Patrol receive no major tweak. Jumping to the rear, it features new boomerang-shaped tail-lamps, a large nameplate and rear sequential turn indicators. With the addition of new elements to the exterior, the Patrol surpasses its pre-facelift version in visual terms.

Interior

What has changed inside the new Nissan Patrol?

Subtle styling tweaks are visible inside the cabin, though nothing prominent. Another pleasant change is the addition of new connectivity tech for an enriching cabin experience.

Listed below are some new features that have been packed inside the Patrol -

• New centre console
• Dual Displays
• Apple CarPlay
• Android Auto
• New diamond stitched leather quilted seats

• Additional padding for the seats
• New hand-stitched steering wheel
• Climate control
• Powered lumbar support for front seats (optional)

Besides, the air-conditioner works better to beat UAE’s scorching temperature thanks to the improved cooling and air-flow distribution. Save for the above changes, the spacious cabin retains its pleasant styling and design.

Engine

The 2020 Nissan Patrol specifications remain unchanged. Powering the Nissan Patrol are the powerful V6 and V8 engines. The high displacing units are supported by an all-mode 4X4 drivetrain that enables delivering excellent off-road performance. Both units are linked to a seven-speed automatic gearbox. Given below are the engine and specs details for the 2020 Nissan Patrol.

Engine Type	V6-VQ40 Cylinders 6	V8-VK56 Cylinders 8
Displacement	3,954 cc	5,552 cc
Max power output	275 HP	400 Hp
Max torque output	394 Nm	560 Nm
Drive system	4X4	4X4
Transmission	7-speed automatic	7-speed automatic

 

Four out of eight variants including XE, SE T2, SE Titanium and SE PLT City are powered by the 4.0-litre, V6 engine, while the rest of grades in the line-up (LE T1, LE T2, LE Titanium and LE PLT City )use the more powerful 5.6-litre, V8 unit. The Nissan Patrol range misses out on a manual transmission.

Safety features

The new Nissan Patrol features a comprehensive safety suite comprising a host of advanced safety and security technical aides. Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility technologies have been carried over from the previous model in addition to emergency braking with pedestrian detection and intelligent forward-collision warning system.

Given below are the standard safety features on the Nissan Patrol -

• Dual front airbags
• 3-point seat belt with height adjust
• ISOFIX points for child seat
• Anti-lock-braking system
• Vehicle dynamic control with brake
• Limited slip differential
• Hill decent control
• Hill start assist
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Tyre pressure monitor

In addition to the standard kit, it also benefits from advanced safety features such as side airbag, curtain airbag, intelligent lane departure warning, intelligent lane intervention and rear-view monitor with predictive cruise line, etc. based on the trim-level.

Priced in the range of AED 199,900 to AED 329,000, the new Nissan Patrol is a feature-packed, efficient SUV with excellent on and off-road abilities.