Nissan makes the Navara tougher with updated Off-Roader AT32 variant

MANILA: The Nissan Navara is a pretty capable truck already, but if you’re looking for more, the Japanese automaker just read your mind.

Nissan has just unveiled the updated Navara Off-Roader AT32, which they call the “toughest ever Navara.” Sadly, it will only be available in Europe at the moment.

Using the expertise of off-road experts Arctic Trucks, Nissan gave the Off-Roader AT32 full underbody shielding that has been upgraded to a durable and lightweight aluminum material and given improved contours to ensure more comprehensive protection of underbody components.

It now sits on new 31.6-inch Nokian Rotiiva AT Plus tires that improve fuel economy and emissions, while enhancing on-road handling without compromising off-road performance. The special satin black Arctic Trucks alloy wheels are fitted with dual valves to allow fast and accurate adjustment of tire pressures when moving between different terrains.

Other changes include extended Arctic Trucks wheel arch flares and an optimized and elevated Arctic Trucks Bilstein performance suspension system.

To make it stand out, the updated Navara Off-Roader AT32 comes with special badging and detailing to the front wings, arch extensions, side steps, wheel centers, tailgate and mud guards.

Standard features include hill start assist, hill descent control, intelligent emergency braking and intelligent around view monitor.

Optional accessories are an electronic front differential lock to boost traction in extreme conditions and a raised air intake and extended breather system that increases the Navara’s maximum wading depth to 800mm.

“The first Nissan Navara Off-Roader AT32 was a sell-out success and proved incredibly popular with adventurers seeking elegance and toughness. We have upgraded the Off-Roader AT32 so it can maintain its position as the ultimate Navara while bringing new efficiency and becoming fully WLTP-compliant. It’s the perfect blend of in-car technology, comfort and extreme off-road performance,” said Europe LCV Sales and Business Development General Manager Manuel Burdiel.

Photos courtesy of Nissan

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