New generation unveiled after 14 years; will be named Nissan Armada in some markets.
Nissan has finally unwrapped the all-new Patrol SUV (Codename Y63) which is scheduled for overseas sale later this year. Based on an evolved platform, the new Patrol flaunts a fresh design, tech upgrades, and powerful performance. It will be sold as the Nissan Armada in North America, and shares components with the existing Infiniti QX80.
- New Patrol carries a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine
- Rugged variant rivals the Land Cruiser GR
Nissan Patrol Y63: Exterior Features
The Y63 Patrol adopts a boxier, rugged look compared to its predecessor. The front grille, adorned in piano black, sits between vertically positioned headlamps featuring E-shaped LED DRLs. The angular side profile adds to its bold stance, with a floating roof effect. The rear features vertically stacked LED tail-lights connected via a thin chrome bar, while the rear bumper incorporates unique faux aluminium inserts.
The large glasshouse is well suited with the rear door glass area sweeping upwards, giving the SUV a floating roof effect. Higher variants will offer a contrast roof shade and electrically operated footsteps.
Nissan Patrol Y63: Interior & Specifications
The cabin is set with soft-touch materials, faux brushed aluminium trim, variant-dependent multiple upholstery options, and a wide layout with three rows of seating. The traditional gear selector has been swapped with dedicated buttons on the centre console below the HVAC panel with a rotary selector for terrain modes.
Top variants come with two 14.3-inch screens for instrumentation and infotainment. Additional highlights include wireless charging, USB-C ports, a 12-speaker Klipsch sound system(top variants), and two 12.8-inch screens for rear passengers. The Nissan Patrol Y63 furthermore features 8-way power-adjustable front seats, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, and gesture-based controls.
Nissan Patrol Y63: Powertrain Details
The Patrol Y63 has a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine installed which revs up 425hp and 700Nm of torque with a 9-speed automatic gearbox, in comparison to the outgoing 5.6-litre V8 of the previous generation SUV, and over 100hp above the LC300’s diesel. The SUV retains its full-time 4WD and offers adaptive air suspension with terrain modes: Standard, Sand, Rock, Mud, Eco and Sport.
Nissan Patrol Y63: Off Road Gear
Nissan has also unveiled an off-road-focused Y63 Pro-4X variant (planned for North America) with 20-inch all-terrain tyres, metal skid plates, rear electronic-locking differential and enhanced approach and departure angles(33.9-degree approach, 24.3-degree departure, and a 25.3-degree break over angle), rivalling the rugged Land Cruiser 300 GR.
Nissan Patrol Y63: the India Angle
Nissan considered launching the Patrol Y62 in India but decided against it. However, the new Y63 would be competing with the renowned Land Cruiser 300 if Nissan introduces it in the Indian automobile market.