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Nissan Patrol V 5-door (Y61) 2.8 GR (129 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Patrol:
The Nissan Patrol is a series of off-road vehicles and full-size SUVs manufactured by Nissan in Japan since 1951 and sold throughout the world. It is Nissan's longest running series of models.
The Patrol has been available as either a short-wheelbase three-door or a long-wheelbase five-door chassis since 1951. The LWB version has been offered in pickup truck and cab chassis variants. Between 1988 and 1994, Ford Australia marketed the Patrol as the Ford Maverick. In some European countries, such as Spain, the Patrol was marketed by Ebro as the Ebro Patrol. In 1980 in Japan, it was rebadged and alternately sold at Nissan Prince Store locations as the Nissan Safari....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V 5-door (Y61) Overview:
Nissan Patrol (V 5-door (Y61)). With 252 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2190 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.8 GR (129 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission further highlights the engine's lack of power, making it feel very sluggish, especially with a load or on inclines.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is slightly worse than the manual version due to the automatic transmission's inefficiencies, offering little benefit over petrol.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Legendary reliability (especially TD42 and TB48 engines)
- • Spacious interior and cargo capacity
- • Strong towing capacity
- • Durable and robust construction
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption (petrol engines)
- • Limited on-road refinement and handling
- • Dated interior design and technology
- • Some diesel engines (early ZD30, RD28) had reliability issues
- • Lack of modern safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV 5-door (Y60): 1992 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Patrol |
| Generation: | V 5-door (Y61) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 GR (129 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 129 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 45.6 Hp/l [45mm more] |
| Torque: | 252 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RD28ETi More details about the engine RD28ETi |
| Engine displacement: | 2826 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.4 l |
| Coolant: | 11.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17 kg/Hp, 58.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 115.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2190 |
| Max. weight: | 2700 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 810 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4965 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Width: | 1840 mm mm [90mm less] |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2970 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1555 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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