After 40 years, Nissan is pinning their hopes, not on design or engineering, but partnership to keep their pickup truck legacy alive. Unveiled for the Australia and Oceania markets, the all-new Nissan Navara switches from being a ground-up re-design to what’s basically a Mitsubishi Triton with different clothes.
Launching down under by the first quarter of 2026, the all-new Navara will come with a simplified line-up. Citing customers which opted for a double cab with an automatic transmission, the Triton-based Navara will come with this sole body style from launch.
Sharing the very same Mitsubishi 4N16 2.4-liter turbo diesel and 6-speed automatic, the Navara produces 204 horsepower and 470 Nm of torque—the very same outputs as the Triton. Also making the transition is an electric power steering system which improves fuel economy and enhances driving dynamics.
While only one powerplant is available, the Navara, grade depending, can be had with one of two advanced four-wheel drive systems. The “Easy 4WD” system automatically switches between two-wheel drive for highway cruising and four-wheel drive when extra traction is needed. An electronic rear differential lock is included standard to provide additional traction in demanding off-road scenarios. The “Super 4WD,” meanwhile, offers full-time high-range mode with an open center differential. A Torsen Limited Slip Differential enhances cornering stability by optimizing torque distribution. The Super 4WD also unlocks seven terrain modes—Normal, Eco, Gravel, Snow, Mud, Sand, and Rock.
But while the powertrain is lock, stock, and barrel straight from Mitsubishi’s parts bin, Nissan says that the Navara does offer its own unique suspension tuning engineered not by them, but by Australian specialist Premcar.
Premcar (not Nissan) drove the all-new Navara over 18,000 kilometers across every conceivable surface and driving condition. The result, Nissan says, delivers a compliant and comfortable ride, both unladen and fully loaded.
The basic body is also shared with the Triton, but Nissan is quick to say that the Navara still draws inspiration from their “rich pickup heritage.” This includes the V-motion grille-inspired V-strut shield, the three-slot design that sits atop the grille, and the C-shaped headlamps that interlock with the grille.
A flagship Pro-4X grade features black finishes on the exterior with “Lava Reds” accents. A black sports bar, black 17-inch wheels with 265/65R17 all-terrain tires and standard towbar complete the look.
Inside, the Navara incorporates a 7-inch color TFT dash display, a 9-inch advanced infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and in-car telematics. The Navara also comes with a comprehensive suite of ADAS.
While the all-new Navara is destined for several markets, ASEAN (including the Philippines) may not be one of them based on a puzzling statement from Nissan Philippines.
Wow. Waited two year after the release of the Triton to have different shock absorbers, spring rates and.... oh, that's it. I thought they would do more to the Triton platform being released two years later that the original. Even the branding is lazy; Super Select 4WD became Super 4WD while Easy Select 4WD became Easy 4WD lol. The Super 4WD variants should drive nice like the Triton though.
ReplyDeleteBut hey, at least this one we can actually call all-new compared to the previous generation 🤣 not like the Hilux
ReplyDeleteLooks good.
ReplyDeleteThis new Nissan Navara is only available in 4X4 and one engine option only in order not affect the sales of Mitsubishi Triton that much.
This is what you called rebadged
ReplyDeleteCompanies right now very careful in launching new products. Economy is not going well so better release updated like Hilux and rebadged like Navarra. Even the Ranger is based on old t7 chassis. Mazda is a rebadged Isuzu. Even some china cars like the all new cool ray is actually a major facelift. All Tesla's are old too
ReplyDeleteThis appears better than the Triton (looks and features). But in PH, still maybe a tough-sell against the newly released Hilux. Guess its the Dmax's turn for some refresh to keep up.
ReplyDeleteHilux's sales are down too..Newer generation Hilux is expected to be very more expensive.
DeleteMitsubishi Motors Philippines still deliberately delaying the price increases of the Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck so they can sell more units locally.
How nissan ph price their truck depends on how the potential buyers decide whether to get this or just get the triron instead.
ReplyDeleteAs a 2024 Triton GLS and 2017 Navara VL 4x4 owner, I think this is a good step up for Navara. My Navara has better compliance over the smaller bumps and imperfections being coil sprung, but every other aspect is better in the Triton. The Triton is much more refined, more responsive and quicker feel even with less power (I have single turbo Triton 184ps vs Navara 190ps), much better interior with more space, and way better fuel economy. Plus, since the Triton already uses Nissan parts in the interior (gauge, infotainment, buttons, etc) it easily feels at home even for current Navara users like me. People say that Mitsubishi's Super Select are one of the best in the industry, but my Navara has personally done well everywhere I've taken it off road. But if the Super Select is indeed as good as others say, then it's good that the Navara has it.
ReplyDeleteThough sad that it might not arrive in the Philippines in favor of a facelift of the current generation Navara, I hope Nissan applies some of the D27 Navara bits on the facelift Navara. Fingers crossed, it might get the 4N16 engine while retaining its coil springs for the good ride.
PH will likely get the two decade old YD25.
DeleteBetter get the old Navara. Or the new Triton. Basically the same car as the Triton.
ReplyDeleteSo Nissan will have four (4!!) different midsized pickup trucks depending on the region, all named either Mavara or Frontier. And they may be sold next to each other or not, depending again on the region.
ReplyDelete• D23 Navara - for most global markets (Asia, Africa, South America, etc)
• D41 Frontier - for America
• D27 Navara (Triton-based) - Oceania
• Frontier Pro (Dongfeng Z9-Based) - China, possibly also Asia and Oceania as a more luxurious midsize pickup option