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Nissan Patrol V 5-door (Y61) 4.8 i 24V (5 dr) (245 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 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2574 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.8 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
4.8 i 24V (5 dr) (245 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine, providing strong acceleration and effortless cruising, making it feel surprisingly agile for its size.
Fuel Economy
Extremely high fuel consumption, especially with the automatic transmission, making it very expensive to run.
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(V 3-door (Y61): 2000 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Patrol |
| Generation: | V 5-door (Y61) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.8 i 24V (5 dr) (245 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 245 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 51.5 Hp/l [615mm more] |
| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | TB48DE More details about the engine TB48DE |
| Engine displacement: | 4759 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.8 l |
| Coolant: | 12.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 99.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 102 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 25 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 14.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 18.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2574 |
| Max. weight: | 3100 |
| Max load: | 526 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2287 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 183 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5010 mm mm [615mm more] |
| Width: | 1930 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2970 mm mm [572mm more] |
| Front track: | 1605 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| 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 | 275/65 R17 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Nissan Patrol, what would it be?