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Nissan Navara Double Cab

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current Navara generation focuses on improved comfort and stronger safety credentials Current version Original current-generation version Body style Double Cab
Nissan Navara Double Cab is a South African Pickup range with 11 confirmed local derivatives.
ZAR 785,700
On-road in
ZAR 806,128
Ex-showroom ZAR 785,700
Finance estimate from ZAR 8,687/month Based on 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2488cc (2.5L) Torque:450Nm (332 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:221mm (8.7″) Power:140kW (188 bhp) Boot1161L (41.0 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 13.9 km/l (33 mpg)
City 11.3 km/l (27 mpg)
Highway 16.3 km/l (38 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Monthly EMI
ZAR 8,687
Total Interest
ZAR 126,225
Total Payable
ZAR 521,225
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

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Nissan Navara Double Cab

Nissan Navara Double Cab is a South African Pickup range with 11 confirmed local derivatives.

The Nissan Navara Double Cab is a current South African Pickup positioned for work, fleet and practical ownership. It is represented locally by 11 confirmed derivatives. Confirmed South African pricing runs from R493 000 to R844 000, so the range covers both the cost-sensitive entry decision and the better-equipped upper grades. That makes it useful to read the range as a real buying ladder, not just as one badge on a showroom menu. The South African range uses Diesel power with Manual and Automatic choices. Available engine references include 2.5-litre intercooled turbo diesel. The published output picture lists power figures around 140 kW and torque figures around 450 Nm. Drivetrain coverage includes 4x2 and 4WD / AWD, which is important when separating daily commuter trims from rough-road or load-focused derivatives. The derivative walk is central to the buying decision. Confirmed local versions include 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT, and 2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT. The lower grades make sense for buyers who want the body style and warranty position at the lowest realistic monthly cost, while the higher grades are aimed at shoppers who want more cabin comfort, convenience equipment or drivetrain capability from the factory. The packaging facts that shape daily ownership include seating listed as 5 seats; door layouts listed as 4; payload references around 1148, 1064, 1053, and 1086; towing references around 3500; ground-clearance references around 213 mm and 221. These are the numbers buyers should compare before choosing between body styles or trims. Ownership and cabin detail is not just a brochure exercise: infotainment screen references around 8-inch display audio or 12.3-inch NissanConnect display, 8-inch, and NissanConnect 8-inch touch-screen display; airbag coverage around Driver and front passenger airbags and Side, curtain and driver knee airbag; warranty cover listed as 6 years / 150,000 km, and trim-by-trim equipment still matters when comparing monthly cost. In South African use, the Navara Double Cab has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The best version is therefore not automatically the cheapest or the most expensive one. It is the derivative whose engine, transmission, seating, load space and equipment match the owner's normal week. Fleet and business buyers should focus on uptime, load needs and service cover; private buyers should compare comfort, safety equipment, fuel use and resale appeal. The main caution is to avoid treating every Navara Double Cab derivative as the same car. Price, transmission, drivetrain, cabin specification and practical measurements can shift the ownership case materially. A careful buyer should shortlist by use case first, then compare the confirmed variant price and specification against rivals in the same South African segment. A useful ownership check for the Nissan Navara Double Cab is to separate the emotional appeal of the Pickup shape from the weekly jobs it must do. A local buyer should write down the normal passenger count, parking conditions, monthly distance, holiday luggage, work equipment and the worst road surface the vehicle will realistically see. That list quickly shows whether the entry derivative is enough, whether a middle grade is the sensible comfort point, or whether the top grade adds hardware that will actually be used. With 11 confirmed local derivatives, the smartest comparison is usually within the range first and against rivals second. Finance cost, insurance, tyres and service cover should be checked at the same time as the brochure features, because a small jump in purchase price can become meaningful over a normal ownership term.

Nissan Navara Double Cab — Quick Facts

Nissan Navara Double Cab Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT Base Diesel Manual ZAR 493,000
2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT Mid Diesel Manual ZAR 595,000
2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 618,200
2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 660,200
2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 703,800
2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 695,200
2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT Mid Diesel Manual ZAR 567,000
2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT Top Diesel Manual ZAR 678,000
2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 744,200
2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 785,700
2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x4 AT Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 779,200
2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 782,200
2.5D Pro-4X Double Cab 4x4 AT Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 844,000
2.5D SE Double Cab 4x2 MT Discontinued Mid Diesel Manual ZAR 550,500last listed
2.5D SE Double Cab 4x2 AT Discontinued Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 584,900last listed
2.5D SE Double Cab 4x4 MT Discontinued Top Diesel Manual ZAR 615,600last listed
2.5D Pro-4X Warrior Double Cab 4x4 AT Discontinued Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 924,000last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT Base Diesel Manual ZAR 493,000
2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT Mid Diesel Manual ZAR 595,000
2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 618,200
2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 660,200
2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 703,800
2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 695,200
2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT Mid Diesel Manual ZAR 567,000
2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT Top Diesel Manual ZAR 678,000
2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 744,200
2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 785,700
2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x4 AT Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 779,200
2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 782,200
2.5D Pro-4X Double Cab 4x4 AT Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 844,000
2.5D SE Double Cab 4x2 MT Discontinued Mid Diesel Manual ZAR 550,500last listed
2.5D SE Double Cab 4x2 AT Discontinued Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 584,900last listed
2.5D SE Double Cab 4x4 MT Discontinued Top Diesel Manual ZAR 615,600last listed
2.5D Pro-4X Warrior Double Cab 4x4 AT Discontinued Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 924,000last listed
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Nissan Navara Double Cab Specifications

Length
5260 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1815 mm
Wheelbase
3150 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
221 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1161 l
Kerb Weight
2023 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3115 kg
Payload Capacity
1003 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.7 m
Driving fit

Where the Nissan Navara Double Cab Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The Nissan Navara Double Cab suits work, fleet and practical ownership. It is strongest for buyers who already know the body format works for their parking, family, business or leisure needs, and who now need to choose the right derivative by monthly cost, transmission, equipment and practical capability. It is less suited to shoppers who only want the lowest advertised price without checking what changes between trims.

City
In city use the Navara Double Cab should be judged by visibility, parking effort, stop-start comfort and the way the available transmissions behave in traffic. A Pickup with a sensible seating position can make daily errands easier, but buyers should still check wheel size, camera availability and low-speed ride comfort on the exact derivative they intend to buy. For the Navara Double Cab, city use also means potholes, tight shopping-centre ramps, speed humps, heat-soaked traffic and short trips where fuel use can rise. The most comfortable derivative is the one that combines the right gearbox response, seating position and parking support with tyre sizes that do not punish everyday surfaces.
Highway
On longer South African routes the Navara Double Cab needs stable cruising manners, predictable overtaking and a cabin that does not become tiring after several hours. Fuel and tyre costs should be checked against the exact derivative, while output references around 140 kW help explain overtaking confidence. Buyers who travel with passengers or cargo should compare the loaded feel and not rely only on solo test-drive impressions. A buyer who drives between provinces or carries family on holiday should also consider noise, seat support, spare-wheel arrangements, overtaking response and how confidently the vehicle holds speed when loaded. Those details often separate two trims that look similar on paper.
Off-Road
For gravel roads, farms, construction sites or holiday routes, choose the Navara Double Cab derivative with the correct drivetrain and tyre package rather than assuming the body shape alone is enough. Ground-clearance references around 213 mm and 221 add context. Two-wheel-drive versions can still be useful on poor surfaces, but serious off-road work belongs to derivatives with the proper traction hardware and underbody tolerance. Where rougher roads are part of ownership, the buyer should check tyres, underbody clearance, approach to traction control and recovery practicality before relying on the body style. If the route is mainly tar, comfort and running costs should take priority over unused off-road image.

Nissan Navara Double Cab — Should You Buy It?

Nissan Navara Double Cab is strongest when the chosen derivative matches the buyer's real Pickup use case.

The Nissan Navara Double Cab is not a one-line recommendation; it is a range that needs to be matched carefully to the buyer. Confirmed South African pricing runs from R493 000 to R844 000, so the range covers both the cost-sensitive entry decision and the better-equipped upper grades. The sensible approach is to start with body style and seating or load requirements, then choose the variant whose price, transmission, drivetrain and equipment fit the weekly routine. That keeps the decision grounded in ownership reality rather than showroom appeal. The fairest verdict on the Nissan Navara Double Cab is therefore use-case driven. It can be a strong South African choice when the buyer chooses the correct derivative for the intended mix of city driving, freeway work, passengers, cargo and rough-road exposure. It becomes less convincing when bought only for styling or badge appeal without checking the practical numbers and ownership costs that will matter after delivery.

What's Good
  • ✓Clear local range structure
  • ✓Confirmed South African variant coverage
  • ✓Useful price ladder for comparison
  • ✓Powertrain choices documented by derivative
  • ✓Adventure-capable derivatives are available
  • ✓Ownership cover can be compared by trim
  • ✓Good fit for business, fleet or utility use
  • ✓Specification depth supports detailed comparisons
  • ✓Strongest when bought by need rather than badge
Watch Out For
  • ✕Best value depends heavily on trim choice
  • ✕Upper grades need careful price justification
  • ✕Some equipment can vary by derivative
  • ✕Real-world fuel use depends on load and route
  • ✕Tyre and insurance costs should be checked
  • ✕Two-wheel-drive versions are not a substitute for 4x4 hardware
  • ✕Entry versions may miss comfort features
  • ✕Stock and colour availability can change
  • ✕Buyers must compare rivals at the same price

Nissan Navara Double Cab FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Nissan Navara Double Cab run from R493,000 to R844,000, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current South African range comprises 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Pro-4X Double Cab 4x4 AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

Ground clearance differs across the Nissan Navara Double Cab range: 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT: 213 mm; 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Pro-4X Double Cab 4x4 AT: 221 mm. Compare the exact derivative for steep driveways, gravel roads and uneven parking areas.

The Nissan Navara Double Cab engine specification depends on derivative: 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT: 2488 cc, 120 kW (161 bhp); 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Pro-4X Double Cab 4x4 AT: 2488 cc, 140 kW (188 bhp). Compare the exact trim because its gearbox and equipment may also differ.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Nissan Navara Double Cab range: 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 MT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D SE Plus Double Cab 4x4 MT, 2.5D LE Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D LE Plus Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Stealth Double Cab 4x4 AT, 2.5D Pro-2X Double Cab 4x2 AT, 2.5D Pro-4X Double Cab 4x4 AT: 13.9 km/l; 2.5D XE Double Cab 4x4 MT: 12.3 km/l.

The Nissan Navara Double Cab suits work, fleet and practical ownership. It is strongest for buyers who already know the body format works for their parking, family, business or leisure needs, and who now need to choose the right derivative by monthly cost, transmission, equipment and practical capability. It is less suited to shoppers who only want the lowest advertised price without checking what changes between trims.

In city use the Navara Double Cab should be judged by visibility, parking effort, stop-start comfort and the way the available transmissions behave in traffic. A Pickup with a sensible seating position can make daily errands easier, but buyers should still check wheel size, camera availability and low-speed ride comfort on the exact derivative they intend to buy. For the Navara Double Cab, city use also means potholes, tight shopping-centre ramps, speed humps, heat-soaked traffic and short trips where fuel use can rise. The most comfortable derivative is the one that combines the right gearbox response, seating position and parking support with tyre sizes that do not punish everyday surfaces.

On longer South African routes the Navara Double Cab needs stable cruising manners, predictable overtaking and a cabin that does not become tiring after several hours. Fuel and tyre costs should be checked against the exact derivative, while output references around 140 kW help explain overtaking confidence. Buyers who travel with passengers or cargo should compare the loaded feel and not rely only on solo test-drive impressions. A buyer who drives between provinces or carries family on holiday should also consider noise, seat support, spare-wheel arrangements, overtaking response and how confidently the vehicle holds speed when loaded. Those details often separate two trims that look similar on paper.

Buyers researching the Nissan Navara Double Cab often compare it with rivals such as Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab , Mahindra S4 Game Viewer , Mahindra S6 Mining , Isuzu D-Max Single Cab , Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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