Nissans Navara has been mainstay Ute for many years sometimes lost in a wide and often confusing choice of manufacturers.
I’ve just spent a couple of weeks in the latest ST-X 4WD Dual Cab with the premium leather pack and it’s probably my pick for the sweet spot in the range.
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The interior is well laid out with leather heated seats, new central screen and driver ergonomics. The exterior is actually pretty stylish. I like the sliding tie rails in the tub along with tie down point, very practical. The rear tailgate is light to operate which is another bonus
On road the Navara has excellent ride for a Ute and the 140Kw/450Nm combined with a 7 speed sports AT is enough for most people. Its excellent off road has a rear diff lock as standard and will tow 3500kg if needed. Navara is now fitted with trailer-sway control as standard across all models, and a towbar is fitted as standard equipment on all ST-X and PRO-4X models.
Nissan’s Navara definitely should be on the consideration list for Ute buyers.
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Im Rob Fraser
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What is good? |
What is not so good? |
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Model |
Nissan Navara ST-X 4WD Dual Cab Ute |
| Model Price | $58,270 MLP* Leather seat option $1500 |
| Engine | 2.3L 4 Cyl Twin Turbo diesel |
| Drivetrain | 7 Sp Sports AT 4WD |
| Power | 140kW @ 3,750rpm |
| Torque | 450Nm @ 1,500 – 2,500rpm |
| Safety | 5 Star ANCAP (Tested Dec 2020) |
| CO2 Emissions | 208 g/km |
| Economy ADR/ Capacity | 7.9L/100km / 10.1L/100K on test / 80L |
| 0-100kmh/Top Speed | N/A |
| Servicing | 12 Mths / 20,000km Fixed price service |
| Warranty | 5yr/ Unlimited km with 5 Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating |
88/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 8 |
| Performance | 8 |
| Ride and Handling | 9 |
| Practicality | 9 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| Towing/4WD Capability | 10 |
| Technology / connectivity | 8 |
| Value for Money | 9 |
Dimensions |
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| Overall Length (mm) | 5311 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3150 |
| Width / Height (mm) | 1850 / 1830 |
| Unladen ground clearance / wading depth (mm) | Up to 224 / 600 |
| Approach / RO / Departure(degrees) | 32.7 / 23.2 / 20.3 |
| Fuel Tank / Turning Circle | 80 Litres / 12.5mts KTK |
| Kerb Weight / GVM / GCM / Payload (kg) | 2142g / 3150 / 59100 / 1024 |
| Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating (kg) | 3500 / 350 |
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