Finally, a new Nissan Patrol has arrived. The seventh-generation model succeeds a long-standing predecessor that had been available for an impressive 14 years. Similar to the 2025 Armada in the United States, it now omits the naturally aspirated V-8. Yet, the Patrol retains the option of a non-turbocharged engine. Indeed, a fresh model is set to debut in 2024, featuring a naturally aspirated engine without any electrification.
All showcased images and the global unveiling in Abu Dhabi highlighted the formidable off-roader equipped with a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6, but select markets will also offer a base 3.8-liter V-6 without turbocharging. This engine delivers 316 horsepower and 285 lb-ft of torque, significantly less than the turbocharged variant. Despite this, choosing the naturally aspirated engine over the turbocharged one might make sense for a couple of reasons. It will likely be more affordable as it serves as the entry-level engine, and some may perceive it as more reliable in the long term due to the absence of turbos. Conversely, it sacrifices considerable horsepower and torque, and fuel efficiency is expected to be notably lower, especially considering the Patrol's substantial size and weight.
There's no mention of a Nismo version, but history suggests it's possible, given that the previous generation saw a high-performance variant. Nissan might introduce another, especially with the recent introduction of a fully electric Ariya Nismo and the Skyline Nismo in Japan last year. The Patrol will be marketed in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf Cooperation Council countries. In Australia, it is known as the Patrol rather than the Armada, and sales in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the broader Middle East will commence in November.
