Nissan Navara PRO-4X 2021 review | better than D-Max and Ranger? | Chasing Cars
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- Опубликовано: 8 июл 2024
- We test the new Nissan Navara PRO-4X and see what this premium 4x4 dual-cab is like.
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The 2021 Nissan Navara PRO-4X is a new trim for the Navara ute lineup here in Australia, bringing tougher, sportier looks but without the cost of the forthcoming, full-fat Warrior package. But is this really the right way to splash sixty grand on a pick-up? Does a Toyota HiLux or Ford Ranger make more sense, or the Isuzu D-Max? Should you wait for the Navara Warrior instead?
Rivals to the Nissan Navara include the Toyota HiLux, Mazda BT-50 and Volkswagen Amarok.
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Time codes:
0:00 - What is the Nissan Navara?
2:05 - Engine and specs
3:51 - Interior
6:57 - Back seats
7:47 - Design
8:24 - Tray
9:25 - Running costs
10:35 - How does the Navara PRO-4X 4x4 drive?
16:24 - Nissan Navara verdict 
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It's only a short wait until the new Navara Warrior arrives - yes, it'll be more expensive, but it benefits from much more Australian know-how (and local sub-assembly). We'd probably wait for that car.
20,000 km is an awful lot to ask of oil in a diesel. 5,000 more than it's competitors. Do Nissan have a 'special' oil or something? OR is it simply a marketing ploy to make the sales pitch? Hmmmm... If I wanted to keep it after it's warranty and not have to replace both turbos I would be changing that slippery blood at 10,000 intervals me thinks.
Can't help but notice that most diesels were once a 5,000km change UNTIL fixed and included service packaging became a thing then the service intervals mysteriously doubled, tripled and now quadruples.. Just sayin...
@@CathodeRayNipplez Some things have improved since back in the day, but I basically agree I would at least check the oil and see what it looks like, 20,000 does seem like a lot.
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@@CathodeRayNipplez Vehicles such as the Navara have high oil capacities (7 litres?). This means that in percentile terms, oil dilution and contamination are reduced in comparison to vehicles with lower oil capacities. It's worth while noting that Iveco produce trucks with 30.000 and 40,000 Km intervals but with capped hours of use.
Modern synthetic lubricants and filtration systems are also greatly improved in comparison with analog mineral types.
That said however, I would not hesitate to reduce the intervals in a vehicle that does a lot of short trips and cold starts.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 Righto, Thanks for explaining that. Much appreciated 😊
It’s like walking up to a new vehicle but stepping into a previous generation vehicle.
Back to the future comes to mind…
Love the reviews mate, getting us thru lockdown
0:18 Gotta love the 'handling' characteristics of these SUV utes. Great shot of 'it' in motion.
At the end of the video I think you nailed it. This is an upgraded ST as its missing a bunch of stuff from the STX. The Warrior will probably be the upgraded STX. Was comparing them on the Nissan website last.
I had a VSK d40 for 6 years used every day in my business carrying ladders 500 odd kgs of gear no issue's at all. I have a 2018 NP300 series 3 bought it new, Its used the same way even towing a caravan at 2.9 tons on holidays. No issue's apart from the seat foam falling out. I bought it for 15K less than the equivalent ranger and Hilux I don't regret it one bit. I am waiting for the new warrior for the upgrade I think.
What Nissan don't tell you is that the fixed price servicing cost's go up annually. Irrespective of what was quoted when you bought the vehicle.
Excellent review!
Will the new Frontier/ Navarra come to Australia?
Once the new Ranger and updated Hilux come in with V6 diesel / hybrid Going to be a lot harder to sell premium 4cyl utes.
I wonder what the price point will be for a V6 Ranger or Hilux. If the Mercedes was anything to go by there would be a huge price difference between the 4 and 6 cylinders
In South Africa they only arrived now, but with the old YD 25 2.5 litre single turbo diesel. It does pull quite good, since they have reworked, but I will miss the 2.3TwinTurbo once time for replacement of my 2019 SE comes.
I've got a 3 years old Navara STX with 80K on the clock, its fitted with a pre-filter in the fuel line and catch can. All HWY k's, it been a great vehicle which we service every 10K even though Nissan require 20K, there is no way I'm leaving oil changes that long, it also has a chip fitted at 160 - 180kw (adjustable)
We are currently looking to upgrade the vehicle, drove the NEW STX, The Isuzu, Ranger and the Hilux,
I was disappointed with the features they have taken out of the STX, no leather seats standard, removal of slide out coffee cups on the dash, removal of 12V outlet on the dash (on top with recess) no 12V outlet in the tray. and a BIG price increase over the previous model. It was much quieter to drive though and the driver assist was acceptable.
My assessment was that Isuzu had the best interior layout but laziest engine.
The Ford had the best tech, but worst interior layout, engine OK but nothing outstanding,
The Toyota was next best interior layout & was the next bets to drive after the Isuzu, New 150kw output was pretty good,
The Ford was better to drive than the STX but not Hilux,
Nissan has stiffened the suspension significantly on the NEW Navara so it has lost the comfort advantage.
The boss is a Ford man so it looks like that will be the car we will go with this year,
He is thinking about waiting for the 2022 Ranger to be released,
Just waiting to see if more info comes out this month,
We would ideally like to take delivery in November, but plans could change.
The bottom line is that all these vehicles will do the job we want, it just comes down to the brand preference.
Last time is felt the Nissan was the most comfortable & the best deal we drove out at 44k,
we also came out of a D40 V6 STX which got a great trade in, (loved that V6 power) especially with a 200kw chip,
As you said it's a shame they don't have access to the Merc V6, they would be really on the money with that engine,
You can always chip the Isuzu to make it much less lazy...
Love the Nav, but your right I think it's under powered. Will still pick it atm over the rest
Please do a video on the mitsubishi mirage 2021 or mitsubishi outlander 2022. Please I would love to see a video. ❤️
Needs power seats and bonnet struts, maybe grab handle on the driver side. Some markets still get the old YD25 tuned to similar hp and torque as the biturbo and hydraulic steering which I prefer. To each their own I suppose..
Measuring my garage before I bought a 5.4m ute. Lol...it worked out in the end.
my doubt of replacing the rear multi-link suspension from leaf springs to coil springs , how the truck can carry 1ton loading in off road conditions?
In South Africa we get a 2.5 turbo diesel or 2.5 petrol version. Don't know y.
Great review as usual… Tom this is the best looking Navara Ute to date but it doesn’t go as good as an Amarok so my question to you is in your opinion having driven both; is the Amerock really worth the S20K more price tag?
@@ScottMurrayBestFamilyCars agreed
@@ScottMurrayBestFamilyCars Fair call but I was after his opinion given in the video he said his recommendations for utes in general were the Amarok and the Ranger from memory… as I think you’re alluding to ultimately it’s my decision given what I value most in a Ute
They should bring that on US 🇺🇸
My old 1980 Toyota 4 x4 would run thru that thing like a dose of Castor oil.
Better off waiting for the new ranger
Every time he says “ I’m Tom Baker” always think of “Scott Brown here” hehehe
@@stendecstretcher5678 ohh yes of course, 🤦🏻 but I’m mostly due to the way he says it, sounds a lot like how Scott brown does his intro, minus the kiwi accent
steering wheel very hard compared to d max and steering is still stiff being hydraulic still.
biggest downside: NO cupholders on the dashboard ! The version before the facelift had them.. big downside for me
I don't suppose you know if Australia will get the new Frontier about to be released in the U.S with the 3.8ltr petrol, as a replacement to this refresh?
No we won’t.
@@chasingcars Thanks for the reply, shame really, I quite like the looks (mini Titan) and the engine is supposed to be very good...
I'm no Navara expert, but isn't this an update of the D40?
My memory of the D40 is it is bigger and chunkier than the D21, and this looks more like the D40..
No, this is a midlife face-lift of the D23 navara. The D40 was replaced by the D23 in 2014. Based on looks, I do agree its more reminiscent of the D40, and I think the changes are all due to people complaining the D23 at launch looked too soft compared to the D40
Pity the Hyundai Santa Cruz is not being made in RHD. A comparison would be nice to see.
Why can't Nissan fit bonnet struts? Too hard? They're not expensive.
No heated electric seats or sunroof option from the stx. More for less. Very poor. Plus they removed the side vent cupholders, and 12 volt socket and tray from last facelift. Yet overseas models still have it. More poor form. Too lazy to fit and calibrate radar cruise or front park sensors. Sigh.
Let’s do the review of the exact same vehicle after 10 years.
10 yrs are in your hands?
Nice point,,,, will it hold together if history and Renault interference is anything to go by?
Still missing a lot standard safety features and driver aids
Nissan vehicles always leave off a lot of things the other brands have. That's why the price is so reasonable. They just don't measure up to others as well as in reliability also.
Or the Pro “Life”.
Tom, just from a videography point, in the sunlight, that phone in your pocket becomes preeetty obvious and hard to look away from 👍
How's the sales of Nissan Navarra these days? Are Aussies buyin' it?
They sell, but not in big numbers.
They're one of the cheaper options on the market but everyone seems to buy Rangers here
They are Extremely Popular here. ( 'OZ' )
Regards.
These trucks have almost been killed off in the UK by Euro legislators, its only a matter of time before the regs/ goodie goodie b4stards kill them off in your lovely country also,get one whilst you can is my advise, not just the Navara but any truck you can.
Will never happen mate. We're not the pussy whipped EU here. Ute's are the top selling cars in Aus and will continue to be.
Talking about emissions… I hope Nissan has cleaned up this Diesel engine, as every Navara diesel I’ve ever had the misfortune, to be driving behind in traffic, has belched out clouds of filthy diesel smoke when they accelerate.
Yep, it's definitely a Nissan thing, every time I see a ute blowing smoke I know its a 99% chance it's going to be a Nissan, but usually the older D22.
@Joel Bowden Really, I have not seen many hilux's blowing smoke since... early 2000's or so? I cant remember it's been a while.
@Joel Bowden Oh ok, I haven't been out and about much the last 12 months or so so that might be why I haven't noticed.
2.3 Litre is too small for serious towing....
Twin turbo although they have changed to a 2.5l single turbo
Nissan lost me when they went with Renault. Pre Renault they were a great Japanese company. The old X Trail was brilliant.
Exactly.
Pre Renault Nissans had poor safety/security,,,,, at least Nissan gained these, such a shame about the other lingering Renault issues.
$62,500 for a Navara with out reach adjust steering and with out heated front row electric adjusted sesats? Yikes!
I get 7 rarely 8 ltrs ph, other reviews have done far better than these guys with lph. Particularly the English,
Dear Nissan, PLEASE don't bring the Titan here. This one is big enough.
Dropping 60 thousand on a Nissan could think of better ways to turn cash into trash .... now days Nissan in general isn't known for there backup and longevity I'm afraid.
Yea nah i had 2 of em the d40 turned me off had to lift it to use as 4wd, transfer case
XS POWER ... I had one about 5 years ago no big problems the independent mechanic who used to service it was a apprentice and then Nissan mechanic he said get rid of it before the warranty runs out so I did ... mate at work had one with all the bells and whistles on it couple of years age timing chain bugged up and he had the right rear axel oil seal replaced 3 times ended up the diff housing was bent and causing it ..... he ended up giving it the arse as well .
@@tonys8243 brought my king cab in 09 39000 sold it 17 for 4g in the bush 4wding bout 4 days a week had to lift front air bag rear to carry decent load of wood, transfer case shit, egr shit blocked it off
Just another facelift 👎
Ranger & Dmax way much better
Succedssful face lift?! It looks like Bette Davis in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane - way too much gaudy make-up.
Better than being forgettable in this segment!
Seats are awful
Its the same old shit car with some extra plastic bits.