Let’s check out the Nissan Patrol's classy interior

Without a doubt, Nissan Philippines Incorporated's flagship sport utility vehicle (SUV) is the all-new Patrol. It is impressively large and is significantly powerful output-wise. 

For reference, the vehicle is propelled by a 3.5-liter VR35DDTT V6 gasoline engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. At maximum, the said six-cylinder mill can generate up to 425 horsepower (hp) and 700 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. 

Power for the Nissan Patrol is sent to all four wheels via an intelligent 4x4 drivetrain equipped with four-high and four-low settings. Additionally, power for the full-size SUV is optimized by a total of six drive modes, which include Standard, Economy, Sport, Sand, Mud, and Rock. 

As mentioned, the next-gen Nissan Patrol is a large vehicle. To put it into perspective, here are the dimensions of the full-size SUV: 

Length (in millimeters [mm>)	5,350
Width (in mm)	2,115
Height (in mm)	1,945
Wheelbase length (in mm)	3,075
Ground clearance (in mm)	244

 

The model likewise boasts a number of notable exterior features, which include a pair of 20-inch wheels, LED headlamp fixtures, puddle lamps, roof rails, side step boards, rain-sensing wipers, and power-folding/power-adjust side mirrors with memory function - among others. 

All of the aforementioned sounds great, but what does the Nissan Patrol’s interior offer to prospective buyers? Let’s find out here. 

Roomy three-row configuration

As hinted by its generous dimensions, the Nissan Patrol boasts a very roomy interior. 

To be more exact, it has a three-row configuration that can fit up to eight occupants. With the said quality, the Patrol will perform well as a people carrier or a cushy family ride.

Moreover, the model doesn’t just get ordinary seats. Instead, it comes with heavily-bolstered but cushy, power-adjustable, and ventilated Zero Gravity front seats, an expansive 40:20:40 split-folding second row, and a power-reclining third row. 

Additional equipment for its seats includes a folding armrest for the second row, quilted leather upholstery, and a one-touch tumble functionality for the third row. The last one can be useful for easy cargo stowing and creating additional trunk space. 

Speaking of which, the Nissan Patrol can hold up to 2,623 liters of cargo with the second and third rows folded down. Easy access to its trunk is likewise provided by a power tailgate. 

Lastly, Nissan Philippines allows for some degree of customizability for the Patrol’s interior. To be exact, prospective buyers can choose between Tan, Beige, and Burgundy colors for their unit’s upholstery and soft-touch surfaces. 

Loads of features

Complementing the Nissan Patrol’s comfortable seating is a wide selection of comfort and driving-related features. 

For starters, the center of the full-size SUV’s well-arranged dashboard is a sizable 14.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The aforementioned is seamlessly linked to a similarly-sized digital gauge cluster. 

Sound for the central screen’s music player is outputted by a 12-piece surround sound Klipsch speaker set. Topping up devices inside the large ride is also easy, thanks to its multiple Type-C USB ports, 12-volt accessory outlet, and wireless smartphone charger.

The second row, meanwhile, comes with two 12.8-inch displays mounted behind the front seats. Both get High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) and USB ports, as well as Miracast capabilities.  

The driver of the Nissan Patrol, on the other hand, has access to a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel. It also has a tilt and telescopic steering column, a push-to-start button, a drive mode selector, keyless entry, and an electronic parking brake.

Other notable interior features available inside the next-generation Nissan Patrol include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Triple-zone automatic air-conditioning with rear vents
• Biometric cooling technology and air ionizer
• Cooling box
• Ambient lighting
• Illuminated foot wells
• Nissan Connect Services

Wide array of safety gear

While the Nissan Patrol stands strong as a premium SUV, it also comes with a wide array of safety gear. 

For its standard kit, the full-size nameplate has six airbags, anti-lock braking, electronic brake-force distribution, vehicle dynamic control, hill-descent control, hill-start assist, parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and a 360-degree view camera - among others.

The aforementioned are further supported by a suite of advanced driver assist systems such as: 

• Intelligent cruise with stop and go
• Intelligent Lane Keep Assist
• Intelligent Rear View Mirror
• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
• Intelligent Emergency Braking
• Intelligent Lane Intervention
• Lane Departure Warning
• Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
• Blind Spot Warning
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• High Beam Assist
• Driver Attention Alert

Nissan Patrol: summary of specifications

Model	Nissan Patrol
Exterior
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	5,350 x 2,115 x 1,945
Wheelbase (mm)	3,075
Ground clearance (mm)	244
Wheel size	20-inches
Lighting system	LED
Interior
Material	Leather
Amenities	Power-adjust front seats Ventilated and heated front seats Dual 12.3-inch second row screens 12-piece Klipsch speaker set Wireless smartphone charging Panoramic sunroof Power tailgate Power recline third row Power-folding and adjust side mirrors Ambient lighting Triple-zone automatic air-conditioning Keyless entry Rain-sensing wipers Drive mode selector 14.3-inch digital gauge cluster Leather-upholstery
Infotainment system	14.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Seating capacity	Eight
Powertrain
Engine	3.0-liter twin-turbo V6
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	Nine-speed automatic
Output	425 hp
Torque	700 Nm
Technology
Driver assistive technologies	Intelligent cruise with stop and go Intelligent Lane Keep Assist Intelligent Rear View Mirror Intelligent Forward Collision Warning Intelligent Emergency Braking Intelligent Lane Intervention Lane Departure Warning Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention Blind Spot Warning Rear Cross Traffic Alert High Beam Assist Driver Attention Alert
Price	P5.385 million

Final thoughts

Based on the details shared above, Nissan definitely made sure that the Patrol was kitted out with a cushy, well-equipped interior. As such, it is well worth its current retail price of P5.385 million. 

Interestingly, the Nissan-made model actually undercuts its main competitor, the Toyota Land Cruiser. For reference, the Toyota-made SUV is priced at P5.773 million, which is P388,000 more expensive than this Nissan model. 

Would-be buyers serious in getting the Nissan Patrol, however, should give it a good test drive first. Doing so, after all, will make for a more informed purchase in the end. 

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