Who the Nissan Patrol is best for
Buyers who want a spacious, powerful, comfortable full-size 4x4 with V8 character — and do not mind the fuel bills.
Nissan Patrol specs & capability at a glance
| Starting price (SRP) | ₱4,600,000 (~$75,000) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5.6L V8 petrol (VK56) |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Power | 400 hp (298 kW) — Y62 5.6 V8 petrol ~400 hp / 560 Nm; newer markets add a twin-turbo V6 petrol. |
| Torque | 560 Nm |
| 4WD system | Full-time 4WD with dual-range |
| Low range | Yes |
| Diff locks | Rear diff lock |
| Ground clearance | 273 mm |
| Approach / departure / breakover | 34° / 23° / 24° |
| Wading depth | 700 mm |
| Towing (braked) | 3,500 kg |
| Body | Full-size SUV (7/8-seat) |
| Seats | 8 |
| Sold in | PH, ME, AU, global |
Capability figures are the manufacturer’s quoted 4x4 figures for a named trim; power, price and angles vary by trim, market and options. Conversions are approximate at ≈₱61 = US$1 (mid-2026); exchange rates move, so treat the converted figures as ballpark. Y62 V8 petrol figures; newer generations/markets vary. Price is an approximate PH SRP.
Pros
- Muscular, smooth 400 hp V8 petrol
- Enormous, comfortable 8-seat cabin
- Hydraulic Body Motion Control for composure on- and off-road
Cons
- V8 petrol is very thirsty
- No diesel in many markets (running cost hit)
- Departure angle modest for its size
Key off-road features
- Full-time 4WD with low range and rear diff lock
- Hydraulic Body Motion Control (anti-roll articulation)
- Off-road drive modes (Sand, Rock, Snow, Mud)
- 273 mm clearance; 3,500 kg towing
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Nissan Patrol FAQ
Is the Nissan Patrol a real off-roader?
Absolutely — the Y62 pairs full-time 4WD, low range and a rear locker with clever Hydraulic Body Motion Control for articulation, and it has a huge following for desert and dune driving in the Middle East. Its main downside is the thirsty petrol V8.
Patrol or Land Cruiser 300?
The Patrol is usually cheaper and offers big V8 character and space; the Land Cruiser 300 counters with an efficient torque-rich diesel and stronger resale/durability reputation. See the full comparison.
Does the Patrol come as a diesel?
In many markets, including the Philippines, the Y62 is petrol-V8 only, which makes running costs high. A few markets and newer generations offer other engines — check local availability.
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