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Nissan Patrol

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Generation Y62 generation – current since 2013 with ongoing updates
Patrol is a discontinued South African SUV with historical specifications for used-car research.
ZAR 1,949,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 1,949,900
Engine:5552cc (5.6L) Torque:560Nm (413 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:272mm (10.7″) Power:298kW (400 bhp) Boot490L (17.3 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 9.0 km/l (21 mpg)
City 7.8 km/l (18 mpg)
Highway 8.5 km/l (20 mpg)

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Nissan Patrol

Patrol is a discontinued South African SUV with historical specifications for used-car research.

Three-row 8-seat leather interior, Bose 13-speaker sound system (Platinum), 13-inch touchscreen, heated and ventilated front seats, surround-view camera, power running boards. The Patrol has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a 7-Speed Automatic transmission and a 7-Speed Automatic transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. For a buyer searching the Patrol price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. Engine of 5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol describes the opportunity; a power output of 298 kW and a 7-Speed Automatic transmission describe the conditions around it. A proper look at the Patrol begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a four-wheel drive drivetrain sits beside towing capacity of 3500, while a listed ground clearance of 272 sets a practical boundary. The Patrol is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between Petrol power, engine of 5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 298 kW. A power output of 298 kW describes the opportunity; a 7-Speed Automatic transmission and a 7-Speed Automatic transmission describe the conditions around it. The useful starting points are a 7-Speed Automatic transmission and a four-wheel drive drivetrain; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. Patrol is discontinued in South Africa, so a used example should be judged by condition, service history, parts support and remaining cover rather than a new-car price promise. The useful starting points are Petrol power and engine of 5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Patrol. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Patrol. Here, a 7-Speed Automatic transmission sits beside a 7-Speed Automatic transmission, while a four-wheel drive drivetrain sets a practical boundary for Patrol. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Patrol. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Patrol

Nissan Patrol — Quick Facts

Nissan Patrol Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
5.6 V8 SE 4x4 7AT Discontinued Base Petrol Efficiency9.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,579,900last listed
5.6 V8 LE 4x4 7AT Discontinued Top Petrol Efficiency9.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,749,900last listed
5.6 V8 Platinum 4x4 7AT Discontinued Flagship Petrol Efficiency9.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,949,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
5.6 V8 SE 4x4 7AT Discontinued Base Petrol Efficiency9.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,579,900last listed
5.6 V8 LE 4x4 7AT Discontinued Top Petrol Efficiency9.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,749,900last listed
5.6 V8 Platinum 4x4 7AT Discontinued Flagship Petrol Efficiency9.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,949,900last listed
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Nissan Patrol Specifications

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Facelift History
2019 mid-cycle facelift with revised front fascia and updated technology
Tare Mass Kg
2660 kg
Model Introduced Year
2013
Facelift Launched Since
2019
Length
5165 mm
Width
1995 mm
Height
1940 mm
Wheelbase
2850 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
272 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
140 l
Boot/Cargo Space
490 l
Kerb Weight
2660 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3560 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
8 seats
Minimum Turning Radius
6.2 m
Engine
5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
5552 cc
Cylinders
8
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
32
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Dual Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
298 kW
Maximum Torque
560 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
6.6 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
112 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
210.5 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
7-Speed Automatic
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Transmission Type
7-Speed Automatic
Transfer Case
Standard
LSD Available
Standard
Drivetrain Layout
4WD Full-Time
Gearbox
7-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity
140 l
Fuel Tank Litres
140
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Claimed Mileage
9.0 km/l
City Mileage
7.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.5 km/l
Alarm System
Standard
Airbags
9
ABS
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
TCS
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Nappa Leather
Seat Adjustment
Power 16-Way
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Steering Type
Rack and Pinion
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
Front Armrest
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
AC Type
3-Zone Auto AC
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
Fuel Consumption Combined
13.0
Push Button Start
Standard
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Sunroof
Panoramic
Stabilizer Bar
Front and Rear
Wireless Charging
Standard
Air Conditioning
3-Zone Auto AC
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Power Windows
All Doors
Sound System
13
Climate Control
3-Zone Auto AC
Unlocking
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Audio Speakers
13
USB Ports
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Navigation System
Standard
Number of Speakers
13
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Alloy Wheel Design
Standard
Headlights
Standard
DRL
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
Led Headlights
Standard
Headlamps
Standard
Headlight Type
Standard
LED Headlamps
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Fog Lamps
Standard
Roof Rails
Standard
Chrome Exterior Finish
Standard
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
272 mm
Ground Clearance Min
272 mm
Wheels
Standard
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Wheel Type
Alloy
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Front Brake Type
Disc
Brake Type Front
Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Tyre Size
285/60 R18
Front Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
Warranty
3 Years / 100,000 km
Basic Warranty
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Years
3 Years / 100,000 km
CO2 Emissions
329 g/km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
15.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
13 l/100km
Owner Review Count
5
Real-world City Mileage Max
21 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
17 l/100km
Driving fit

Where the Nissan Patrol Fits Best

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

Who buys this

The Patrol represents a genuine evolution in its segment, balancing practical daily usability with longer-term ownership satisfaction. The best buyer for Patrol can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare a 7-Speed Automatic transmission and a 7-Speed Automatic transmission with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
Visibility is adequate for metropolitan traffic navigation. The urban test for Patrol should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. The vehicle’s towing capacity of 3500 is only useful if access and visibility work in practice
Highway
For highway buyers, the Patrol needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. The 2013 model year helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for Patrol. Run Patrol at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a power output of 298 kW, a 7-Speed Automatic transmission and a 7-Speed Automatic transmission is more informative than maximum speed for Patrol. Owners travelling between provinces should also price replacement tyres, roadside assistance and scheduled service for Patrol
Off-Road
Premium buyers, large families, farmers and off-road adventurers who want the best of both worlds – luxury and extreme 4x4 capability. A listed ground clearance of 272 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for Patrol. For Patrol, the sensible check is the exact 4wd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for Patrol. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for Patrol

Nissan Patrol — Should You Buy It?

A used-buying option only when condition, history and remaining support justify the price.

Market positioning places the Patrol as a premium vehicle for buyers prioritizing premium refinement. Ownership costs align with realistic expectations. A fair review of Patrol should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a four-wheel drive drivetrain, towing capacity of 3500 and a listed ground clearance of 272 can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for Patrol is specific. Petrol power gives it a reason to be considered, while engine of 5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 298 kW set the boundaries for Patrol. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for Patrol. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for Patrol. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for Patrol

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Engine: 5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 298 kW
  • ✓Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Gearbox: 7-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Drive layout: 4WD
  • ✓Towing Capacity: 3500
  • ✓Ground clearance: 272
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Patrol can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Patrol depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Patrol quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Patrol budget.
  • ✕A short Patrol test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Patrol capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Patrol grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Patrol figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Patrol stock and support terms.

Nissan Patrol FAQs

The retained historical listing for the Nissan Patrol shows R1,579,900 to R1,949,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

The Patrol represents a genuine evolution in its segment, balancing practical daily usability with longer-term ownership satisfaction. The best buyer for Patrol can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

Visibility is adequate for metropolitan traffic navigation. The urban test for Patrol should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded.

For highway buyers, the Patrol needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. The 2013 model year helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort.

Buyers researching the Nissan Patrol often compare it with rivals such as BMW X6 , Lexus GX , Toyota Land Cruiser 300 , Mercedes-Benz GLE , BMW X5 . 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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