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Hard to tell if the Japanese were happy or not with sales of the previous Nissan Pathfinder generation, but we have serious doubts these cars managed to convince the expected number of customers. Now, having a look at the 2022 model, we feel an optimistic vibe in the air, and there are some concrete reasons for this.
The debut of the Nissan Pathfinder model series took place about 35 years ago. Its first iteration had a timidly progressive kind of design wrapping a fairly traditional technical configuration: ladder chassis, longitudinally mounted engine, switchable 4x4 transmission with transfer box, and low range, with available manual and automatic gearboxes.
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The SUV will be available exclusively to UAE customers, marking the 70th anniversary of the Nissan Patrol in 1951.
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Each model is tuned by Nissan s legendary Takumi craftsmen team, a team of four master engine builders allowed to hand-build the GT-R engines.
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Following previous Nismo models like the GT-R and 370Z, Nissan had now given the new Patrol SUV the same performance treatment.
Unfortunately for local enthusiasts, this particular model is exclusive to Dubai-only, with its launch marking the 70th anniversary of the first generation that debuted in 1951.
Performance in its DNA
Powering the SUV is a V8 engine that develops 319kW and 560Nm of torque. Each model is tuned by Nissan s legendary Takumi craftsmen team, a team of four master engine builders allowed to hand-build the GT-R engines.
Nissan revealed the 2021 Nissan Patrol Nismo in a global debut that was held in through a virtual event hosted at Expo 2020 Dubai. That's apt, considering the
Bold, sporty 2021 Nissan Patrol Nismo makes global debut
DUBAI, 15 days ago Nissan revealed the 2021 Nissan Patrol Nismo to the world at a virtual event yesterday, marking the latest chapter for Nissan’s performance brand. Showcased globally from the Expo 2020 Dubai site, the bold and sporty SUV combines striking exteriors with the refinement of a luxury car and the exhilarating performance of a sports car. It also furthers the Nissan NEXT transformation journey in the region, following the recent regional launch of the all-new Nissan X-Terra. The race-inspired version of the legendary Patrol underlines Nissan’s heritage as a motorsport brand, and the region’s long-standing love for high-performance vehicles. Its refined exterior allows for optimised aerodynamics and suspension while also achieving zero lift force, and is supplemented by enhanced handling capabilities, stylish race-inspired ergonomic upgrades and the latest Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM)