There are some beefy four-wheel-drives in the market, but today, none more so than the Nissan Patrol. This ST-L model is our second look at the all-new Patrol – We’re taking it to all the extremes this week.
Make: Nissan
Model: Patrol V8
Variant: ST-L (Base Model)
Standard Features: 298kW / 560Nm 5.6 litre V8, 7-speed auto, dial selectable multi terrain full time 4WD system, 8 seats, reversing camera, front & rear parking sensors, 2Gb 6-speaker sound system, 18inch wheels, tri-zone air conditioning and rear privacy glass.
Price: $82,200
Wow Factor: Bigger in all dimensions than direct competitor Toyota Landcruiser. Brutal V8 power plant on which Supercar series Nissan Altima is based. Prestige interior with superb cabin isolation and quietness. Excellent ride with surprisingly adept handling manners.
Most Impressive: All conquering off-road ability. Staggering road presence that makes a Grand Cherokee or Prado look like a Suzuki Vitara. Could tow a warship.
Not so impressive: Potential for obscene fuel economy. Expect 20 l/100km + when towing or off-road. Best EFTM could achieve was 14.8. Only runs on high-octane unleaded. No satellite navigation, rain sensing wipers, dusk sensing headlamps or fog lights on base ST-L.
Trev is a Technology Commentator, Dad, Speaker and Rev Head.
He produces and hosts two popular podcasts, EFTM and Two Blokes Talking Tech. He also appears on over 50 radio stations across Australia weekly, and is the resident Tech Expert on Channel 9’s Today Show each day and appears regularly on A Current Affair.
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