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The revised Patrol wagon line-up includes the five-seat DX and
seven-seat ST, ST-L and Ti turbo diesel variants and, in petrol form, seven-seat
ST, ST-L and Ti models.
The ST was previously only available in 3.0-litre turbo diesel
models, but is now also included in the 4.8-litre petrol-engine line-up after a
rationalisation that sees the discontinuation of the ST-S version previously
offered in both diesel and petrol ranges.
Recognizable via upgrades including chrome door handles, and a
lighter colour honeycomb in the grille, the new Patrol range benefits from the
inclusion of ABS anti-lock braking to the standard specification of the ST
variant.
The Patrol continues with the smooth and tremendously capable
TB48 4.8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine and the torquey, economical ZD30
3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo diesel.
The TB48 4.8-litre six-cylinder Patrol offers easy on-road
performance with excellent off-road ability and is fitted as standard with a
five-speed automatic transmission incorporating a sequential manual shift mode.
The 4.8-litre engine produces a towering 180kW at 4800rpm, and
a hefty 400Nm of torque at 3600rpm.
Earlier in 2007, the ZD30 3.0-litre turbo diesel gained a
common-rail fuel injection system giving noticeable improvements in engine
refinement and responsiveness.
With a maximum output of 118kW at just 3200rpm and a torque
delivery of 380Nm at 2000rpm in five-speed manual transmission models, the ZD30
turbo diesel combines off-road toughness with excellent fuel economy.
Four-speed automatic versions of turbo-diesel models produce
the same power, but slightly less torque, with a still-impressive figure of
354Nm at the same 2000rpm.
The Patrol offers reassuring safety credentials with driver
and passenger airbags standard across the range and now, ABS anti-lock braking
standard on all but the base DX turbo diesel model.
The top of the range Ti is also fitted with side airbags for
the front seat passengers.
Equipment levels ensure the Patrolís outstanding value for
money in the large 4WD segment, with the ability to seat up to seven passengers
in ST, ST-L and Ti, cruise control and air-conditioning across the board
(automatic climate control and rear air-conditioning is standard on Ti), and
17-inch alloy wheels with keyless entry in ST, ST-L and TI models.
The Nissan Patrol also remains a true off-road wagon with the
ability to climb a 39-degree gradient and tackle 700mm-deep water crossings.
Beam axles with coil springs front and rear allow excellent
wheel articulation over the roughest terrain, while the auto-locking front hubs
(on ST, ST-L and TI models), long suspension travel and generous ground
clearance all contribute to the Patrol’s formidable off-road ability.
With its combination of off-road abilities, refinement,
comfort and outstanding value for money, the Nissan Patrol continues as an
Australian 4WD icon.
Nissan Australia Managing Director and Chief Executive
Officer, Shinya Hannya, said the Series 6 Patrol emphasizes the company’s
position as a leading player across all segments of the SUV market.
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