Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Nissan introduced the fifth generation of the Patrol in late 1997 as a 1998 model, and it produced it in a short or long-wheelbase configuration, with two or four side doors.
The Patrol's roots are going back in time until 1951 when the Japanese carmaker built the 4W60 model based on a Willys CJ-3 chassis. Over time, the carmaker learned how to develop the vehicle until it became one of the best 4x4 vehicles in the world.
Nissan designed the Patrol's fifth generation to look like a civilized vehicle. It was still big, but its rough edges and flat panels were gone. The three-door version (four, actually) was shorter and easier to live with in a city. It was shorter than a compact-sized sedan but wider and definitely taller. Its wide door allowed the passengers to climb aboard, while in the back, Nissan installed two unequal-length, side-hinged doors.
Inside, the cabin offered five seats, but it provided little room for the rear passengers despite the vehicle's exterior size. Nissan spoiled the front occupants with large, comfortable seats, divided by a tall center console where the carmaker added a storage compartment and a large ashtray. On the center stack, the carmaker installed a standard AC unit and a stereo-cassette player.
The most important part of the Patrol's success was under the body. Its curved, sturdy chassis provided an excellent platform for serious off-roading. Nissan used live axles both front and rear, with an adjustable stabilizer bar, which, combined with the coil-springs in all corners, increased the suspension travel. The carmaker offered the Patrol a wide engine range, both gasoline and diesel, depending on the countries and areas. The high and low transfer case was fitted as standard on the entire range.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.8 TD | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 2825 cm3 |
Power: | 95 KW @ 4000 RPM 130 HP @ 4000 RPM 127 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 186 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 252 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 96.3 mph (155 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 17.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Manual, 5 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/80R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173.2 in (4399 mm) |
Width: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Height: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.4/62.2 in (1,560/1,580 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.7 in (221 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.4 cuFT (493 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4530.5 lbs (2055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5952.5 lbs (2700 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.2 mpg US (14.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24.7 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 310 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.0 Di | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2953 cm3 |
Power: | 116 KW @ 3600 RPM 158 HP @ 3600 RPM 156 BHP @ 3600 RPM |
Torque: | 261 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 354 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Manual, 5 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/80R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173.2 in (4399 mm) |
Width: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Height: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.4/62.2 in (1,560/1,580 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 94.5 in (2400 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.7 in (221 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.4 cuFT (493 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4751 lbs (2155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6283.2 lbs (2850 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.4 mpg US (14.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 288 g/km |