Nissan Patrol: pros and cons

After its global debut, Nissan Philippines officially unleashed the next-generation Patrol for the local market. As such, car buyers looking for a premium people carrier have a potent option that exudes a lot of road presence, performance, and off-road capability. 

Additionally, the all-new Patrol now has the right stuff to compete against the Toyota Land Cruiser - its chief rival in the full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment. 

All of the aforementioned sounds great, but does the Nissan Patrol have any weaknesses prospective buyers should be aware of? Also, what are its key strengths? Let’s find out here. 

Pros 

Awesome power

As expected from something so gargantuan, the Nissan Patrol also has big power under its hood. Specifically, it utilizes a gasoline-fed 3.5-liter VR35DDTT twin-turbo V6 engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. 

At maximum, the said six-cylinder setup can generate up to 425 horsepower and 700 Newton-meters of torque. 

Power is sent to all four wheels via Nissan’s Intelligent four-wheel-drive system equipped with a two-speed (auto, 4-high, 4-low) transfer case. Performance for the SUV is likewise optimized by a total of six drive and terrain modes, which include the following: 

• Standard
• Economy
• Sport
• Sand 
• Mud
• Rock

For ride quality, the next-gen Patrol depends on double wishbone suspension systems for its front and rear. Furthermore, enhanced ride adjustability and stability are provided by an adaptive air suspension system and front and rear stabilizer bars. 

Braking for the large SUV is handled by front and rear disc brakes. Traction for the model, especially when dealing with challenging terrain, is ensured by an electronic locking differential. 

Wealth of features

As its flagship eight-seater full-size SUV, Nissan made great care to optimize occupant comfort for the next-gen Patrol. 

For starters, everyone inside the sizable SUV is kept cool by a triple-zone automatic air-conditioning system equipped with an air ionizer. All of its seats and many interior surfaces are clad in supple leather, and it has a generous amount of cup/bottle holders in several strategic points.  

Handling on-board entertainment and many other in-vehicle systems is a 14.3-inch touchscreen central display. The said screen has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, as well as Bluetooth. 

Topping up devices while riding in the all-new Nissan Patrol is easy thanks to the presence of a wireless smartphone charging pad. Additionally, the model has several USB ports and a 12-volt accessory outlet. 

To entertain people occupying the second row, the next-gen Nissan model was kitted out with two 12.8-inch rear entertainment screens. The said screens are mounted on the rear of the front seats, and are equipped with smartphone mirroring, USB ports, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) ports. 

Ensuring good sound quality inside the vehicle is a 12-piece Klipsch Premium audio system and DJX Virtual Surround Sound. 

Other noteworthy interior features of the Nissan Patrol include the following: 

• Power-adjustable front seats
• Cooling box
• Leather tilt and telescopic multi-function steering wheel
• Ambient lighting
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Power reclining third row
• 40:20:40 split-folding second row
• Panoramic sunroof
• Push-to-start button
• 14.3-inch digital gauge cluster

Handling safety for the Patrol, meanwhile, is a comprehensive standard kit and an advanced driver-assist suite. 

For its standard safety gear, it comes with 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. 

Here is a table listing the ADAS suite of the next-gen Nissan Patrol: 

Intelligent cruise control	Intelligent Lane Keep Assist	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	Intelligent Rear View Mirror

 

Feature-rich exterior

Apart from having plenty of creature comforts inside, the Nissan Patrol also comes with a lot of features on its exterior.

For its main lighting cluster, the Nissan SUV comes equipped with full LED headlamps with automatic functionality. The aforementioned is supported by LED front fog lamps, daytime running lamps, and LED taillights (with light bar) at the rear of the vehicle. 

For extra convenience, the model was likewise kitted out with power-folding and adjustable side mirrors, step boards, and rain-sensing wipers. Its roof-mounted spoiler also gets an LED high-mount stop lamp, and cargo-related accessories can be fitted to its roof via a pair of roof rails. 

Speaking of cargo and convenience, the Patrol also comes with a power tailgate. A good number of other nameplates on the market already have this feature, but it's an excellent addition to the Patrol since it has a sizable (and presumably heavy) tailgate. 

Cons

Intimidating size

While it isn’t a weakness per se, car buyers who are new to full-size SUVs should note that the Nissan Patrol is gigantic. This is especially true when compared to mid-size SUVs like the Nissan Terra. 

For reference, here is a table showing the dimensions of the Nissan Patrol in detail: 

Length (in millimeters)	5,350
Width (in mm)	2,115
Height (in mm)	1,945
Wheelbase length (in mm)	3,075
Ground clearance (in mm)	244
Curb weight	2,776 kilograms (kg)

 

As a point of comparison, its smaller Nissan Terra sibling has a length of 4,900 mm, a width of 1,865 mm, and a height of 1,865 mm.

On that note, car buyers looking to switch up from smaller vehicles to the Nissan Patrol might have to go through an adjustment period. The aforementioned is especially true for those planning to use the full-size SUV as a daily driver. 

Nissan Patrol: specifications

To further guide readers, here is a table summarizing the specifications of the all-new Nissan Patrol: 

Model	Nissan Patrol
Exterior
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	5,350x2,115x1,945
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
Horsepower	425
Torque	700 Nm
Technology
ADAS	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

Without a doubt, the Nissan Patrol is a well-equipped SUV for car buyers who do not want to compromise on safety, comfort, and performance. And despite its hefty sounding price tag, it does provide good value, especially when pitting it against the significantly more expensive Toyota Land Cruiser. 

Being a full-size SUV, however, serious buyers should really take it for a test drive first. Doing so will help determine if you're comfortable driving the massive SUV, and it will also make for a more informed decision in the end. 

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